Term gravid uterus in a congenital umbilical hernia: a case report

Abstract Background Umbilical hernias are a frequent and well-known pathology in children or adults. Congenital umbilical hernias are commonly diagnosed in childhood, and in adulthood such a hernia is usually acquired. Umbilical hernia in pregnancy may result in serious obstetric complications inclu...

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Main Authors: Friday Saidi, Bakari Rajab, Lameck Chinula, Nomsa Kafumba, Maganizo Chagomerana, Jennifer H. Tang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-021-02760-2