Inguinal Hernia
Indirect: Protrudes through deep inguinal ring, lateral to inferior epigastric vessels. Follows inguinal canal. Covers entire canal. Congenital (patent processus vaginalis).
Direct: Protrudes through Hesselbach triangle (medial to IEV). Does not cover full canal. Acquired (weak abdominal wall).
Femoral Hernia
Protrudes through femoral canal. Below inguinal ligament. More common in women. HIGH risk of strangulation.
Umbilical Hernia
Through umbilical ring. Common in infants (often closes by age 2). In adults: associated with obesity, multiparity, ascites.
Incisional Hernia
At previous surgical scar. Risk factors: obesity, wound infection, poor suturing.
Revision history
- 20 September 2026 — Initial publication
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