Where Is an Indirect Inguinal Hernia Located

In an indirect inguinal hernia, the protrusion passes through the deep inguinal ring and is located lateral to the inferior epigastric artery.

Where do Indirect inguinal hernias occur?

Indirect inguinal hernias are the most common type of groin hernia. Indirect inguinal hernias occur when abdominal content such as fat or bowel pushes down along the inguinal canal. What is the inguinal canal? It is the tunnel through which a man’s vas deferens and testicular vessels travel down into the scrotum.

How do I know if I have an indirect inguinal hernia?

a bulge that comes and goes. burning or aching sensation in the groin. heavy or dragging sensation in the groin, especially at the end of a day or after prolonged activity. swollen or enlarged scrotum in boys and men.