A case of incarcerated umbilical hernia in a 9-year-old child and review article on pediatric umbilical hernia
Umbilical hernia in children is a relatively common condition with a higher prevalence in premature, low-birth weight and black children. By contrast, complicated umbilical hernia rarely occurs. Early recognition of this condition is essential in order to prevent potential ischemic consequences. Mos...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2022-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213576622002500 |