Which of the following statements about the causes of inguinal hernia is correct?
A. Excessive hydroxyproline has been demonstrated in the aponeuroses of herniapatients.
B. Obliteration of the processus vaginalis is a contributing factor for the development of an indirect inguinal hernia.
C. Physical activity and athletics have been shown to have a protective effect toward the development of inguinal hernias.
D. Elevated levels of circulating serum elastase activity have been demonstrated in patients with direct herniation who smoke.
Answer:D
Which of the following statements about the causes of inguinal hernia is correct?
A. Excessive hydroxyproline has been demonstrated in the aponeuroses of herniapatients. B. Obliteration of the processus vaginalis is a contributing factor for the development of an indirect inguinal hernia. C. Physical activity and athletics have been shown to have a protective effect toward the development of inguinal hernias. D. Elevated levels of circulating serum elastase activity have been demonstrated in patients with direct herniation who smoke.