K46
Clinical Information
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A hernia occurs when part of an internal organ bulges through a weak area of muscle. Most hernias occur in the abdomen. There are several types of hernias, including
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A protrusion of abdominal structures through the retaining abdominal wall. It involves two parts: an opening in the abdominal wall, and a hernia sac consisting of peritoneum and abdominal contents. Abdominal hernias include groin hernia hernia, femoral; hernia, inguinal) and ventral hernia.
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An intestinal hernia.
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Protrusion of a loop or knuckle of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening.
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Protrusion of tissue, structure, or part of an organ through the bone, muscular tissue, or the membrane by which it is normally contained. Hernia may involve tissues such as the abdominal wall or the respiratory diaphragm. Hernias may be internal, external, congenital, or acquired.
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The bulging of an internal organ through a weak area or tear in the muscle or other tissue that holds it in place. Most hernias occur in the abdomen.
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The protrusion of part of an organ or fibroadipose tissue through an abnormal opening.
Details
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enterocele with prolapse of uterus (N81.2-N81.4)