Incarcerated

What does "Incarcerated" 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

Incarcerated, in the context of medicine, refers to a body part that is trapped in a place where it doesn't normally belong. This could be a hernia, which is when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the body's muscle or tissue. When this hernia becomes incarcerated, it means the organ or tissue is stuck and cannot be pushed back into its proper place. This can cause serious health problems if not treated.

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