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  • Abdominal aortic aneurysm

    Abdominal aortic aneurysm

    If one part of the largest blood vessel in the belly (the abdominal aorta) starts bulging, it is known as an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This conditio...

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    Hernias

    Most hernias occur when part of the bowel or peritoneum pushes through a gap in the abdominal wall, creating a visible bulge. Inguinal (groin) hernia...