Hernia of the abdominal wall

What it means

The presence of a hernia in the abdominal wall.

A hernia refers to a sac formed by the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum). The sac can protrude through a hole or weak area in the abdominal fascia.

Rare diseases that can present with this9

The range is how often this sign appears among people diagnosed with each disease — it is not a probability of having any of them. Many of these signs also occur in common, non-rare conditions. A sign on this page is a conversation to have with a clinician, not a conclusion.

Part of the broader category

Also called: Herniated abdominal wall