Chapter XI
Hernia - K40-K46

Note:

Hernia with both gangrene and obstruction is classified to hernia with gangrene.

Includes:

• hernia:
  
• acquired
  
• congenital [except diaphragmatic or hiatus]
  
• recurrent
  

• K40 Inguinal hernia
• K41 Femoral hernia
• K42 Umbilical hernia
• K43 Ventral hernia
• K44 Diaphragmatic hernia
• K45 Other abdominal hernia
• K46 Unspecified abdominal hernia

The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology