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Superficial hernias are common and often asymptomatic, but are a common indication for emergency surgery. US •   Mass demonstrated protrudin...

Superficial hernias are common and often asymptomatic, but are a common indication for emergency surgery.
US
•  Mass demonstrated protruding through a defect in the abdominal wall.
•  Fluid within the hernia sac or bowel wall thickening suggest incarceration.
CT
•  Useful for assessing large hernia or investigating complications.