laparocele

/læpərəˈsɛli/

Definitions

1. noun

A protrusion of abdominal contents through a hernia in the abdominal wall, particularly in the groin or navel area.

“The patient was diagnosed with a laparocele due to the weakness in her abdominal muscles.”

Synonyms

  • hernia
  • protrusion

Antonyms

  • closure
  • retraction