Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Umbilical Hernia.
Umbilical Hernia - as a noun
Protrusion of the intestine and omentum through a hernia in the abdominal wall near the navel; usually self correcting after birth
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
omphaloceleExample Sentences
"My newborn baby was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia."
"The doctor explained that an umbilical hernia occurs when a section of the intestine protrudes through the abdominal muscles near the belly button."
"The umbilical hernia caused my friend a lot of discomfort and pain."
"Surgery is often required to repair an umbilical hernia in adults."
"Infants with umbilical hernias usually do not require any treatment as they tend to close on their own."
