Umbilical hernia in adults
Synopsis
Umbilical hernias are acquired in adulthood with common causes including increased intraabdominal pressure (ie, obesity, ascites, pregnancy, large abdominal masses). Women are more likely than men to develop umbilical hernias.
Codes
K42.9 – Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
SNOMEDCT:
396347007 – Umbilical hernia
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Last Updated:03/24/2021