herniation

American  

[hur-nee-ay-shuhn] / ˌhɜr niˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

Pathology.

1. an abnormal condition or process in which an organ or other tissue protrudes through an opening, as in the organ’s surrounding walls or some other narrow space.

   Acupuncture is often effective for the treatment of intervertebral disc herniations.

   In a fetus, herniation of the liver above the diaphragm is cause for concern.

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Etymology

Origin of herniation

First recorded in 1875–80; hernia ( def. ) + -tion ( def. )

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Example Sentences

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herniation

When Jaden was finally diagnosed with acquired Chiari, or a brain herniation caused by a spinal fluid leak, in November 2014, doctors rushed him into brain surgery.

From Salon ● Dec. 31, 2023

Oe is best known for this 1964 semi-autobiographical novel, a dark comedy about a callow young academic who decides to leave his wife after their baby is born with a brain herniation.

From Washington Post ● Mar. 14, 2023

In the course of his training, though, Collins developed problems with his legs and ultimately required surgery to correct for a cervical disc herniation.

From Scientific American ● Apr. 28, 2021

This can lead to muscle strain and spasms, disc herniation, and pinched nerves, as well as flattening of the natural curve of our neck.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 9, 2017

At the postmortem there was found a defect in the diaphragm on the left side, permitting herniation of the stomach and first part of the duodenum into the left pleural cavity.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Walter L. (Walter Lytle) Pyle

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