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Slipped disc (medical term: prolapsed intervertebral disc) is a condition in which, due to a tear in the outer fibrous ring, the central part of the intervertebral disc is protruding into the spinal canal. Most commonly this occurs in the lowermost part of the spine, especially between the fourth and fifth vertebral bodies and between the fifth vetrebral body and the sacrum. This protrusion usually occurs to one side of the spinal canal, at the point where a nerve root leaves the canal. ...
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| herniation |
A rip or tear in the musculature of the body, as a tear through the abdominal wall, pelvic floor or diaphragm.
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Protrude from an abnormal opening.
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| hernia |
(HUR-ne-uh). The protrusion of an organ or structure into surrounding tissues. For example, an inguinal hernia occurs when part of the intestine protrudes through a weak point in the groin. Most hernias occur in the abdomen.
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| hernia |
Hernia: A general term referring to a protrusion of a tissue through the wall of the cavity in which it is normally contained.
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