How Do You Spell OBTURATOR HERNIA?

1. Obturator hernia is a medical condition characterized by the protrusion or displacement of abdominal content, typically the small intestine, through the obturator foramen of the pelvic bone. The obturator foramen is an oval orifice located in the lower pelvis through which the obturator nerve, artery, and vein pass. An obturator hernia occurs when there is an opening or weakness in the pelvic floor muscles, allowing abdominal organs to push through this opening.

   This type of hernia predominantly affects elderly women, especially those who have experienced multiple pregnancies or have a thin body build. Due to the smaller size of the obturator foramen in females, it provides a more favorable environment for this type of herniation to occur. The condition often presents with vague symptoms, which can make the diagnosis challenging. Patients may experience intermittent lower abdominal pain that radiates to the inner thigh or groin, which worsens with movement or standing. Additional symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, and bowel obstruction.

   Since the obturator hernia can lead to significant complications including bowel strangulation, prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial. Imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) scans or ultrasounds are often employed to confirm the presence of an obturator hernia. Surgical intervention is typically necessary to repair the hernia and return the abdominal organs to their proper position. The surgeon may employ techniques such as herniorrhaphy or hernioplasty to reinforce the weakened muscles and prevent further herniation. Postoperative care involves pain management, monitoring for complications, and early mobilization to promote a speedy recovery.

2. Gluteal h., protrusion of a loop of bowel through the obturator canal.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for OBTURATOR HERNIA

The word "obturator hernia" has its origin in Latin.

The term "obturator" refers to the obturator foramen, which is a small opening in the hip bone. The word "obturator" is derived from the Latin word "obturare" which means "to stop up" or "to close off". This is because the obturator foramen is covered by a membrane, the obturator membrane, and certain structures pass through this opening.

The term "hernia" stems from the Latin word "hernia", which means "rupture" or "protrusion". In medical terminology, a hernia refers to the protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening or weakened area in the body.