Video · 9 sec.

What is an abdominal hernia?

A hernia occurs when a weakened abdominal wall encounters increased intra-abdominal pressure.

  • Duration: 9 sec.
  • English
  • Educational visual

What can you see in the clip?

A hernia occurs when a weakened abdominal wall encounters increased intra-abdominal pressure. The clip places this within “Abdominal hernia” so it is easier to understand what is happening in the area, not only where symptoms are felt.