Definitions

1. noun

A protruding or bulging part of the pericardial sac, especially one that occurs in the early stages of pericardial effusion or pericardial constriction.

“The doctor examined the patient’s chest X-ray and noticed a possible exomphalus, which was causing concern.”

2. noun

A bulge or hernia in any part of the body where a bodily organ or other structure has protruded through the surrounding tissues.

“The patient’s exomphalus was causing discomfort and pain, and the surgeon was called to perform an emergency operation.”