The term inguinal hernia, how did it occur and how might Albon’s poorly developed abdominal musculature have contributed to it. Concept introduction: A hernia is a type of abdominal disorder in which a part of an organ or tissue is bulged out through an abdominal opening. It appears in the upper thigh, belly button and groin areas.

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The term inguinal hernia, how did it occur and how might Albon’s poorly developed abdominal musculature have contributed to it.

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A hernia is a type of abdominal disorder in which a part of an organ or tissue is bulged out through an abdominal opening. It appears in the upper thigh, belly button and groin areas.

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