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General surgery · Hernias

Epigastric hernias

These occur along the abdominal midline between the belly button and the lower end of the breastbone. They usually contain fat and may cause a small lump, tenderness or localized pain. Repair closes the opening; mesh use and the approach depend on size, symptoms and other defects.

Medical illustration: anatomy and procedure
Illustration · Epigastric hernia

Procedure description

These occur along the abdominal midline between the belly button and the lower end of the breastbone. They usually contain fat and may cause a small lump, tenderness or localized pain. Repair closes the opening; mesh use and the approach depend on size, symptoms and other defects.

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