Sonography of Hernias

Cindy Rapp

Cindy Rapp. Abdominal wall hernias are a common clinical problem. Sonography is an accurate means of identifying abdominal wall hernias when the clinical diagnosis is uncertain. In particular, the clinical diagnosis of hernias can be difficult in females, obese, and post-operative patients, and those with recurrent pain or swelling after hernia repair. Not only can ultrasound diagnose hernias in cases where the clinical findings are nonspecific, but it can also accurately characterize the individual hernia features that impact treatment. We will discuss how to identify inguinal, femoral, spigelian, epigastric, hypogastric, and incisional hernias. Upon completion of your presentation, the participants will be able to (1) explain how to locate the internal inguinal ring, (2) recognize the contents of abdominal wall hernias, and (3) list the various locations of abdominal wall hernias.

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