What Is a Inguinocrural Hernia?
Femoral Hernia Protrusion of a Loop of Intestine into the Femoral Canal, a Tubular Passageway That Carries Nerves and Blood Vessels to the Thigh; This Type...
femoral hernia protrusion of a loop of intestine into the femoral canal, a tubular passageway that carries nerves and blood vessels to the thigh; this type occurs more often in women than in men. Called also crural hernia and femorocele.
How serious is an intestinal hernia?
Most femoral hernias do not cause symptoms. However, they can occasionally lead to severe problems if the hernia obstructs and blocks blood flow to your intestines. This is called a strangulated hernia — it's a medical emergency and requires immediate surgery.
How serious is a femoral hernia?
Outlook after a femoral hernia
Femoral hernias are generally not life-threatening medical conditions. Strangulation of the hernia can become life-threatening, however, and must be treated through emergency surgery.
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