The following statement(s) is/are true concerning umbilical hernias in adults.
A. Most umbilical hernias in adults are the result of a congenital defect carried into adulthood
B. A paraumbilical hernia typically occurs in multiparous females
C. The presence of ascites is a contraindication to elective umbilical hernia repair.
D. Incarceration is uncommon with umbilical hernias
Answer:B
The following statement(s) is/are true concerning umbilical hernias in adults.
A. Most umbilical hernias in adults are the result of a congenital defect carried into adulthood B. A paraumbilical hernia typically occurs in multiparous females C. The presence of ascites is a contraindication to elective umbilical hernia repair. D. Incarceration is uncommon with umbilical hernias