Question 126 · LEK · Umbilical hernia
Which hernia is Mayo technic used for?
- A. inguinal.
- B. hiatal.
- C. femoral.
- D. obturator.
- E. umbilical.
Hint
This classic repair overlaps the upper and lower aponeurotic flaps ('vest over pants') around a defect in the midline of the abdominal wall.
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