hernia

/hˈɝniʌ/

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Definitions

Noun

rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes

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Synonyms

herniation

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More General Terms

rupture

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More Specific Terms

colpocele diaphragmatic hernia diverticulum eventration exomphalos hiatal hernia hiatus hernia inguinal hernia keratocele laparocele omphalocele umbilical hernia vaginocele

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