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Hernia
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hasselbach's Triangle | Rectus abdominus, inguinal ligament, inferior epigastric vessels |
| Most inguinal hernias are… | indirect |
| What percentage of hernias are BL? | 60% if <1yo |
| How to diagnose an inguinal hernia? | Immobile tender mass in groin |
| What to do if umbilical hernia? | wait 3-4 yrs before repair |
| What to do if indirect inguinal hernia? | high ligation of sac, abd wall floor not repaired; reduce incarcerated hernia |