External Abdominal Hernias Quiz
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What is the etiology of congenital inguinal hernia?

  • Unobliterated processes vaginalis (correct)
  • Damaged nerve supply of the muscles
  • Weak abdominal wall due to obesity
  • Raised intra-abdominal pressure

    • What is the clinical definition of a hernia?

  • Weak scar
  • Damaged nerve supply of the muscles
  • Painless swelling
  • Expansile impulse on cough (correct)

    • What are the components of a hernia?

  • Coverings
  • Weak abdominal wall
  • Damaged nerve supply of the muscles
  • Content (correct)

    • What is the content of a hernia sac?

    <p>Intestine (enterocele)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes acquired hernias due to raised intra-abdominal pressure?

    <p>Chronic cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

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