Femoral Hernia Flashcards
1
Q
Define femoral hernia
A
A femoral hernia is a type of hernia that develops in the femoral canal, a space near the groin and thigh
2
Q
Femoral hernia location
A
inferolateral to the pubic tubercle
3
Q
Femoral hernia risk factors
A
mid-age women (wider pelvis)
4
Q
Femoral hernia Mx
A
Urgent surgical repair
5
Q
why urgensurgical repair is needed for femoral hernia
A
High risk of strangulation can lead to bowel ischemia and necrosis
6
Q
Femoral hernia risk factors
A
- female gender
- pregnancy
- raised intra-abdo pressure
- old age
7
Q
why is femoral hernia unlikely to be reducible
A
Femoral ring - narrow and tight
