Herniation
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Herniation ( noun )
The protrusion of an organ or tissue through an opening in the muscle or connective tissue that holds it in place.
Origin:
From the latin word "hernia" meaning rupture.
Examples:
- A herniated disc in the lower back can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain and numbness in the legs.
- Herniation of the brain can occur when the brain or cerebrospinal fluid pushes through a weak spot in the skull.
- A herniated stomach can occur when a portion of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm.
- Herniation can be caused by injury, congenital defects, or degeneration of the supporting tissue.
- Herniation can be diagnosed by imaging such as CT, MRI or ultrasound.
(As a verb)
Herniation ( verb )
The protrusion of an organ or tissue through an opening in the muscle or connective tissue that holds it in place.
Origin:
From the latin word "hernia" meaning rupture.
Examples:
- A herniated disc in the lower back can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, causing pain and numbness in the legs.
- Herniation of the brain can occur when the brain or cerebrospinal fluid pushes through a weak spot in the skull.
- A herniated stomach can occur when a portion of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm.
- Herniation can be caused by injury, congenital defects, or degeneration of the supporting tissue.
- Herniation can be diagnosed by imaging such as CT, MRI or ultrasound.