Anterior abdominal hernia

What does "Anterior abdominal hernia" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Anterior abdominal hernia" refers to a condition where a part of the intestines, specifically the small bowel, pushes through a weak spot in the front part of the abdominal wall. This creates a bulge or protrusion in the abdomen. The term "without evidence of strangulation" means that the hernia does not appear to be cutting off the blood supply to the part of the intestine that's bulging out, which is a serious complication that can occur with hernias.

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