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Ventral Hernia

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Ventral Hernia Types

Types of ventral hernias include:

Umbilical hernia:

Most common type of ventral hernia
The abnormal opening is in the umbilicus

Incisional hernia:

The abnormal opening is caused by a surgical incision

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Related Conditions

Femoral hernia
Incarcerated ventral hernia
Inguinal hernia
Umbilical hernia

Abdominal pain
Abdominal swelling
Hernia

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Last Updated: Jan 22, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Ventral Hernia References:

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