It is the protrusion of the contents of the abdominal cavity (fat / intestines) through a weak point in the abdominal muscular wall of the inguinal area.
Symptom
Presence or sensation of mass in the inguinal region or of the scrotum that presents with pain at an early and later painless, unless it is complicated with an intestinal obstruction which manifests itself with intense pain.
Diagnostic Studies
• Physical examination by the physician
• Ultrasound of abdominal and groin wall
• TAC
Treatment
Medical:
• Only analgesics while the problem is resolved
Surgical:
• Repair of the inguinal hernia using mesh prosthesis to restore the muscular layer of the inguinal region, this procedure is done by laparoscopy.
