Glossary

Umbilical hernia

Umbilical hernia

Nabelbruch·Also: Nabelhernie, Umbilikalhernie

An umbilical hernia is a protrusion of abdominal contents through a weak point in the abdominal wall at the navel. In infants it often recedes on its own; in adults an operation may be necessary.

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