Hernia, Inguinal

Overview

An abdominal hernia with an external bulge in the GROIN region. It can be classified by the location of herniation. Indirect inguinal hernias occur through the internal inguinal ring. Direct inguinal hernias occur through defects in the ABDOMINAL WALL (transversalis fascia) in Hesselbach's triangle. The former type is commonly seen in children and young adults; the latter in adults.

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Quick facts about Hernia, Inguinal

Topic type

Condition

Category

General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C23.300.707.374.875

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