## Overview A ventral hernia is a disruption of the abdominal wall, often near the xiphoid, from trauma. It appears as a soft, reducible swelling on the ventral midline that may enlarge with straining. Most are managed conservatively if the contents reduce easily and there is no bowel compromise. ## Causes Trauma. ## Diagnosis Palpation and ultrasound. ## Treatment Supportive bandaging and rest for small hernias. Surgical repair for large or non-reducible ones. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good for uncomplicated hernias. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
soft reducible swelling on the ventral midline; may enlarge with straining
## Overview A ventral hernia is a disruption of the abdominal wall, often near the xiphoid, from trauma. It appears as a soft, reducible swelling on the ventral midline that may enlarge with straining. Most are managed conservatively if the contents reduce easily and there is no bowel compromise. ## Causes Trauma. ## Diagnosis Palpation and ultrasound. ## Treatment Supportive bandaging and rest for small hernias. Surgical repair for large or non-reducible ones. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good for uncomplicated hernias. ## Prevention Trauma avoidance.
soft reducible swelling on the ventral midline; may enlarge with straining