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When a hernia's blood supply is cut off is termed?
strangulated hernia
What is CPT CODE 49505?
strangulated hernia
Does a strangulated hernia cause constipation?
yes
How do you diagnose a strangulated hernia?
A strangulated hernia is typically diagnosed through a physical examination and imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans. Signs of a strangulated hernia include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal tenderness. Urgent surgical intervention is usually required to repair a strangulated hernia to prevent complications like tissue death.
Has anyone died of hernia?
It depends on where the hernia is. Your bowels can become strangulated. So yes, it can happen
What is the medical term meaning entrapment of a bowel loop in a hernia?
A strangulated hernia is one in which the bowel loop is trapped in a hernia.
What has the author Frederick Churchill written?
Frederick Churchill has written: 'On some of the complications of strangulated hernia and their diagnosis' -- subject(s): Hernia, Case studies, Diagnosis
Can cats die from Hernia?
Yes, if the hernia gets intestines protruding into it and the intestines become entrapped, twisted or strangulated.
What does a hiatus hernia do to your body?
You will have several symptoms if you have a hiatus hernia. You can feel bloated, food feels stuck, vomiting, nausea, sweating and heartburn. You can try antacids, and stay away from fatty and spicy foods.
Can someone die from umbilical hernia?
Yes, a hernia can kill you, but it isn't likely. If a portion of the intestine goes out the hernia, it can become strangulated and that portion can die. That leads to infections, bowel impaction and many other issues.
How serious is surgery to repair an abdominal hernia with 5 holes?
I recently had surgery in July to repair an umbilical hernia only to be rushed to the hospital in October to repair 3 additional hernia's (holes). They wouldn't let me leave the hospital without the procedure. I assumed this was serious.
What is the prognosis for a patient with a hernia?
Abdominal hernias generally do not recur in children but can recur in up to 10% of adult patients. Surgery is considered the only cure, and the prognosis is excellent if the hernia is corrected before it becomes strangulated. Hiatal hernias are.
