Anterior abdominal wall hernia

What does "Anterior abdominal wall 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

An "anterior abdominal wall hernia" is a condition where a part of the body, usually a part of the intestine, pushes through a weak spot in the front wall of the belly. This creates a bulge or lump in the belly area. The phrase "contains small bowel without evidence of strangulation or obstruction" means that a part of the small intestine is in this bulge, but it doesn't seem to be squeezed or blocked.

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