Umbilical hernia - Revision history

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	{{Infobox medical condition		{{Infobox medical condition
	\| name = Umbilical hernia		\| name = Umbilical hernia
	\| image = [[File:Ernia_Ombelicale.jpg\|250px]]		\| image = [[File:Ernia_Ombelicale.jpg\|250px]]
	\| caption = An umbilical hernia in an infant		\| caption = An umbilical hernia in an infant
	\| field = [[General surgery]]		\| field = [[General surgery]]
	\| synonyms =		\| synonyms =
	\| symptoms = [[Bulge]] or [[swelling]] near the [[umbilicus]]		\| symptoms = [[Bulge]] or [[swelling]] near the [[umbilicus]]
	\| complications = [[Incarceration (medical)\|Incarceration]], [[strangulation (medicine)\|strangulation]]		\| complications = [[Incarceration (medical)\|Incarceration]], [[strangulation (medicine)\|strangulation]]
	\| onset = [[Infancy]] or [[adulthood]]		\| onset = [[Infancy]] or [[adulthood]]
	\| duration =		\| duration =
	\| causes = [[Weakness]] in the [[abdominal wall]]		\| causes = [[Weakness]] in the [[abdominal wall]]
	\| risks = [[Obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[ascites]], [[chronic cough]]		\| risks = [[Obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[ascites]], [[chronic cough]]
	\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]]		\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]]
	\| differential = [[Epigastric hernia]], [[inguinal hernia]]		\| differential = [[Epigastric hernia]], [[inguinal hernia]]
	\| prevention =		\| prevention =
	\| treatment = [[Watchful waiting]], [[surgical repair]]		\| treatment = [[Watchful waiting]], [[surgical repair]]
	\| medication =		\| medication =
	\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment		\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment
	\| frequency = Common in infants, less common in adults		\| frequency = Common in infants, less common in adults
	}}		}}
	{{Short description\|Protrusion of abdominal contents through the umbilical ring}}		{{Short description\|Protrusion of abdominal contents through the umbilical ring}}
			[[File:Umbilical_hernia_growth.gif\|thumb\|left\|Animation showing the growth of an umbilical hernia]]]]
	~~== Introduction ==~~		[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_3.jpg\|left\|thumb\|Ultrasound image of an umbilical hernia]]
	An '''umbilical hernia''' is a health condition where part of the intestine protrudes through an opening in the abdominal muscles at the [[umbilicus\|navel]]. This type of hernia is common in infants but can also occur in adults. In infants, umbilical hernias are usually harmless and often close on their own by the age of 1 or 2. In adults, they may require surgical intervention.		An '''umbilical hernia''' is a health condition where part of the intestine protrudes through an opening in the abdominal muscles at the [[umbilicus\|navel]]. This type of hernia is common in infants but can also occur in adults. In infants, umbilical hernias are usually harmless and often close on their own by the age of 1 or 2. In adults, they may require surgical intervention.
	== Signs and Symptoms ==		== Signs and Symptoms ==
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	* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/umbilical-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20378685 Mayo Clinic: Umbilical Hernia]		* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/umbilical-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20378685 Mayo Clinic: Umbilical Hernia]
	== Media ==		== Media ==
	~~[[File:Umbilical_hernia_growth.gif\|left\|thumb\|Animation showing the growth of an umbilical hernia]]~~
	~~[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_1.webm\|left\|thumb\|Ultrasound of an umbilical hernia]]~~
	~~[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_2.webm\|left\|thumb\|Another ultrasound view of an umbilical hernia]]~~
	~~[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_3.jpg\|left\|thumb\|Ultrasound image of an umbilical hernia]]~~
	[[Category:Hernias]]		[[Category:Hernias]]

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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Umbilical hernia
			\| image = [[File:Ernia_Ombelicale.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = An umbilical hernia in an infant
			\| field = [[General surgery]]
			\| synonyms =
			\| symptoms = [[Bulge]] or [[swelling]] near the [[umbilicus]]
			\| complications = [[Incarceration (medical)\|Incarceration]], [[strangulation (medicine)\|strangulation]]
			\| onset = [[Infancy]] or [[adulthood]]
			\| duration =
			\| causes = [[Weakness]] in the [[abdominal wall]]
			\| risks = [[Obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[ascites]], [[chronic cough]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]]
			\| differential = [[Epigastric hernia]], [[inguinal hernia]]
			\| prevention =
			\| treatment = [[Watchful waiting]], [[surgical repair]]
			\| medication =
			\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment
			\| frequency = Common in infants, less common in adults
			}}
	{{Short description\|Protrusion of abdominal contents through the umbilical ring}}		{{Short description\|Protrusion of abdominal contents through the umbilical ring}}
	~~{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}~~

	== ~~Overview~~ ==		== Introduction ==
	An '''umbilical hernia''' is a health condition where part of the intestine protrudes through an opening in the abdominal muscles at the [[umbilicus\|navel]]. This type of hernia is common in infants but can also occur in adults. In infants, umbilical hernias are usually harmless and often close on their own by the age of 1 or 2. In adults, they may require surgical intervention.		An '''umbilical hernia''' is a health condition where part of the intestine protrudes through an opening in the abdominal muscles at the [[umbilicus\|navel]]. This type of hernia is common in infants but can also occur in adults. In infants, umbilical hernias are usually harmless and often close on their own by the age of 1 or 2. In adults, they may require surgical intervention.

	== Signs and Symptoms ==		== Signs and Symptoms ==
	The most noticeable sign of an umbilical hernia is a soft bulge or swelling near the navel. This bulge may become more apparent when the person is crying, coughing, or straining. In infants, the hernia is usually painless, but in adults, it can cause discomfort or pain, especially if the hernia becomes incarcerated or strangulated.		The most noticeable sign of an umbilical hernia is a soft bulge or swelling near the navel. This bulge may become more apparent when the person is crying, coughing, or straining. In infants, the hernia is usually painless, but in adults, it can cause discomfort or pain, especially if the hernia becomes incarcerated or strangulated.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	In infants, umbilical hernias occur when the opening in the abdominal wall, which allows the umbilical cord to pass through, does not close completely after birth. In adults, factors such as obesity, multiple pregnancies, or previous abdominal surgery can increase the risk of developing an umbilical hernia.		In infants, umbilical hernias occur when the opening in the abdominal wall, which allows the umbilical cord to pass through, does not close completely after birth. In adults, factors such as obesity, multiple pregnancies, or previous abdominal surgery can increase the risk of developing an umbilical hernia.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosis of an umbilical hernia is typically made through a physical examination. In some cases, imaging tests such as an [[ultrasound]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to assess the hernia's size and to check for complications.		Diagnosis of an umbilical hernia is typically made through a physical examination. In some cases, imaging tests such as an [[ultrasound]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to assess the hernia's size and to check for complications.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	In infants, most umbilical hernias close on their own without treatment. However, if the hernia is large or does not close by the age of 3 to 4 years, surgical repair may be recommended. In adults, surgery is usually required to prevent complications such as incarceration or strangulation of the herniated tissue.		In infants, most umbilical hernias close on their own without treatment. However, if the hernia is large or does not close by the age of 3 to 4 years, surgical repair may be recommended. In adults, surgery is usually required to prevent complications such as incarceration or strangulation of the herniated tissue.

	== Complications ==		== Complications ==
	Complications of an umbilical hernia can include incarceration, where the herniated tissue becomes trapped and cannot be pushed back into the abdomen, and strangulation, where the blood supply to the herniated tissue is cut off. These conditions require immediate medical attention.		Complications of an umbilical hernia can include incarceration, where the herniated tissue becomes trapped and cannot be pushed back into the abdomen, and strangulation, where the blood supply to the herniated tissue is cut off. These conditions require immediate medical attention.
			== See also ==
	== ~~Related pages~~ ==
	* [[Hernia]]		* [[Hernia]]
	* [[Inguinal hernia]]		* [[Inguinal hernia]]
	* [[Abdominal wall]]		* [[Abdominal wall]]

	== References ==		== References ==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	== External links ==		== External links ==
	* [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/umbilical-hernia/ NHS: Umbilical Hernia]		* [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/umbilical-hernia/ NHS: Umbilical Hernia]
	* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/umbilical-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20378685 Mayo Clinic: Umbilical Hernia]		* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/umbilical-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20378685 Mayo Clinic: Umbilical Hernia]

	== Media ==		== Media ==
	~~[[File:Ernia_Ombelicale.jpg\|thumb\|An umbilical hernia in an infant]]~~		[[File:Umbilical_hernia_growth.gif\|left\|thumb\|Animation showing the growth of an umbilical hernia]]
	[[File:Umbilical_hernia_growth.gif\|thumb\|Animation showing the growth of an umbilical hernia]]		[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_1.webm\|left\|thumb\|Ultrasound of an umbilical hernia]]
	[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_1.webm\|thumb\|Ultrasound of an umbilical hernia]]		[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_2.webm\|left\|thumb\|Another ultrasound view of an umbilical hernia]]
	[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_2.webm\|thumb\|Another ultrasound view of an umbilical hernia]]		[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_3.jpg\|left\|thumb\|Ultrasound image of an umbilical hernia]]
	[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_3.jpg\|thumb\|Ultrasound image of an umbilical hernia]]

	[[Category:Hernias]]		[[Category:Hernias]]

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	~~'''Umbilical hernia''' is a health condition that occurs when part~~ of ~~the [[intestine]] or fatty tissue bulges~~ through the ~~area near the [[navel]] or belly button. This condition is common in infants, but it can also occur in adults.~~		{{Short description\|Protrusion of abdominal contents through the umbilical ring}}
			{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	==~~Causes~~==		== Overview ==
	~~Umbilical hernias are caused by~~ an opening in the [[~~abdominal muscle~~]] ~~that does not close completely before birth~~. This ~~allows part~~ of the ~~intestine~~ or ~~fatty tissue to protrude~~. In adults, ~~factors such as [[obesity]], heavy lifting, and multiple pregnancies can contribute to the development of an umbilical hernia~~.		An '''umbilical hernia''' is a health condition where part of the intestine protrudes through an opening in the abdominal muscles at the [[umbilicus\|navel]]. This type of hernia is common in infants but can also occur in adults. In infants, umbilical hernias are usually harmless and often close on their own by the age of 1 or 2. In adults, they may require surgical intervention.

	==Symptoms==		== Signs and Symptoms ==
	The most noticeable ~~symptom~~ of an umbilical hernia is a soft bulge or swelling near the navel. This bulge ~~is usually~~ more ~~noticeable~~ when the person is ~~upright~~, straining, or ~~crying. Other symptoms may include~~ pain, ~~vomiting, and discoloration of~~ the ~~bulge~~.		The most noticeable sign of an umbilical hernia is a soft bulge or swelling near the navel. This bulge may become more apparent when the person is crying, coughing, or straining. In infants, the hernia is usually painless, but in adults, it can cause discomfort or pain, especially if the hernia becomes incarcerated or strangulated.

	==~~Diagnosis~~==		== Causes ==
	~~Umbilical~~ hernias ~~are usually diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may be able to feel~~ the ~~hernia during~~ the ~~examination~~. In ~~some cases~~, ~~an [[ultrasound]]~~ or ~~[[CT scan]] may be used to confirm~~ the ~~diagnosis~~.		In infants, umbilical hernias occur when the opening in the abdominal wall, which allows the umbilical cord to pass through, does not close completely after birth. In adults, factors such as obesity, multiple pregnancies, or previous abdominal surgery can increase the risk of developing an umbilical hernia.

	==~~Treatment~~==		== Diagnosis ==
	~~Treatment for~~ an umbilical hernia ~~depends on the age of the patient and the size of the hernia~~. In ~~infants~~, ~~the hernia often closes on its own by the age of 1~~ or ~~2. If~~ the hernia ~~does not close by this time, or if it becomes trapped or blocks the intestines, surgery may be needed. In adults, surgery is usually recommended~~ to ~~prevent~~ complications.		Diagnosis of an umbilical hernia is typically made through a physical examination. In some cases, imaging tests such as an [[ultrasound]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to assess the hernia's size and to check for complications.

	==~~Complications~~==		== Treatment ==
	~~Complications of an~~ umbilical hernia ~~can include [[bowel obstruction]] and strangulation~~ of ~~the hernia~~, ~~which can cut off blood supply~~ to the tissue ~~and cause it to die. These complications are rare but can be serious~~.		In infants, most umbilical hernias close on their own without treatment. However, if the hernia is large or does not close by the age of 3 to 4 years, surgical repair may be recommended. In adults, surgery is usually required to prevent complications such as incarceration or strangulation of the herniated tissue.

	==~~See also~~==		== Complications ==
			Complications of an umbilical hernia can include incarceration, where the herniated tissue becomes trapped and cannot be pushed back into the abdomen, and strangulation, where the blood supply to the herniated tissue is cut off. These conditions require immediate medical attention.

			== Related pages ==
	* [[Hernia]]		* [[Hernia]]
	* [[Inguinal hernia]]		* [[Inguinal hernia]]
	* [[~~Hiatal~~ hernia]]		* [[Abdominal wall]]

			== References ==
			{{Reflist}}

			== External links ==
			* [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/umbilical-hernia/ NHS: Umbilical Hernia]
			* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/umbilical-hernia/symptoms-causes/syc-20378685 Mayo Clinic: Umbilical Hernia]

	[[~~Category~~:~~Digestive diseases~~]]		== Media ==
	[[~~Category~~:~~Surgical procedures~~]]		[[File:Ernia_Ombelicale.jpg\|thumb\|An umbilical hernia in an infant]]
	[[~~Category~~:~~Pediatrics~~]]		[[File:Umbilical_hernia_growth.gif\|thumb\|Animation showing the growth of an umbilical hernia]]
			[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_1.webm\|thumb\|Ultrasound of an umbilical hernia]]
			[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_2.webm\|thumb\|Another ultrasound view of an umbilical hernia]]
			[[File:UOTW_44_-_Ultrasound_of_the_Week_3.jpg\|thumb\|Ultrasound image of an umbilical hernia]]

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'''Umbilical hernia''' is a health condition that occurs when part of the [[intestine]] or fatty tissue bulges through the area near the [[navel]] or belly button. This condition is common in infants, but it can also occur in adults.

==Causes==
Umbilical hernias are caused by an opening in the [[abdominal muscle]] that does not close completely before birth. This allows part of the intestine or fatty tissue to protrude. In adults, factors such as [[obesity]], heavy lifting, and multiple pregnancies can contribute to the development of an umbilical hernia.

==Symptoms==
The most noticeable symptom of an umbilical hernia is a soft bulge or swelling near the navel. This bulge is usually more noticeable when the person is upright, straining, or crying. Other symptoms may include pain, vomiting, and discoloration of the bulge.

==Diagnosis==
Umbilical hernias are usually diagnosed through a physical examination. The doctor may be able to feel the hernia during the examination. In some cases, an [[ultrasound]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to confirm the diagnosis.

==Treatment==
Treatment for an umbilical hernia depends on the age of the patient and the size of the hernia. In infants, the hernia often closes on its own by the age of 1 or 2. If the hernia does not close by this time, or if it becomes trapped or blocks the intestines, surgery may be needed. In adults, surgery is usually recommended to prevent complications.

==Complications==
Complications of an umbilical hernia can include [[bowel obstruction]] and strangulation of the hernia, which can cut off blood supply to the tissue and cause it to die. These complications are rare but can be serious.

==See also==
* [[Hernia]]
* [[Inguinal hernia]]
* [[Hiatal hernia]]

[[Category:Digestive diseases]]
[[Category:Surgical procedures]]
[[Category:Pediatrics]]

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