Abdominal Hernia Flashcards
1
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Abdominal Hernia Classification
A
- Reducible or irreducible
- Strangulated
- Obstructed
2
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Abdominal Hernia Epigastric Presentation and Management
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Presentation
- Midline above the umbilicus in the linea alba
- Most common men 20-50
- Usually asymptomatic but can cause pain
- Bulges on straining
Management
- Surgical repair essential
- Obese patients need USS or CT
- Differentiate from diastasis recti
3
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Abdominal Hernia Incisional Presentation and Management
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- Following surgery
- Failure of wound healing
- Urgent repair
4
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Abdominal Hernia Umbilical Presentation and Management
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- Congenital, infantile, adult
- Usually closes by 5 years, if large need repair
