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Epigastric Hernias - The Hernia Clinic
theherniaclinic.comEpigastric Hernias Your doctor has diagnosed a hernia of your abdomen. You have been given this leaflet to provide information
Management of paediatric hernia - British Association of ...
www.baps.org.ukpatients with asymptomatic epigastric hernia.16 Epigastric hernia repair is a relatively minor procedure, which is well tolerated by children. A small transverse incision is made over the hernia, which is then separated from the abdominal wall, the sac is reduced, and the defect closed with a suture. Children generally
Epigastric Hernia - Royal United Hospital
www.ruh.nhs.ukWhat is Epigastric Hernia Repair? A hernia is a hole through a weakness in the abdominal wall. At the start of trouble you may notice a lump or bulge appearing anywhere in the central, upper abdomen between the breastbone and the tummy button. This area is known as the ‘epigastrium’, hence the term ‘Epigastric Hernia’.