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Scar fracture
A scar rupture, also called an incisional hernia, occurs when the peritoneum bulges on the exact spot of a previous scar in the abdominal wall. This can occur in different places depending on previous surgeries. Some scar fractures are small while others can be very large and contain a lot of abdominal contents.
condition
Fracture in the upper abdomen and umbilical hernia
A rupture of the upper abdomen (epigastric hernia) is a bulging of the peritoneum through an opening in the middle of the upper abdomen. This rupture often occurs spontaneously with no apparent cause. In an umbilical hernia, the peritoneum bulges through the umbilical opening. This is a common fracture that often causes few symptoms.
condition
Obesity (overweight)
Obesity or corpulence is a medical condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount of body fat, which can lead to serious health problems.
treatment
Sleeve gastrectomy
A (vertical) sleeve gastrectomy is a procedure performed as a treatment for obesity. This involves removing part of the stomach to promote weight loss.
treatment
Gastric bypass
A gastric bypass is a surgical procedure to treat severe obesity. In this procedure, the stomach is reduced to a small "pouch," allowing you to eat less and be full faster. In addition, part of the small intestine is rerouted so fewer calories and nutrients are absorbed.