metrocele

/mɛtrəˈsɛli/

Definitions

1. noun

A congenital or acquired abnormal protrusion of the intestines or other organs through a defect in the abdominal wall.

“The patient was diagnosed with a significant metrocele requiring immediate surgery.”

Synonyms

  • hernia
  • protrusion

Antonyms

  • integrity
  • wholeness