Which of the following statements is wrong about inguinal hernia?

More common in male as compared to female

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Complete hernia does not present in female

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Orchiopexy is done in hernia

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Intestinal loops are main content of hernia

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Solution

The correct option is C Orchiopexy is done in hernia
Inguinal hernia is a bulging in the inguinal area near the groin area. Each inguinal canal is present at the base of the abdomen. It becomes painful while coughing or lifting something heavy. It is more common in male as compared to female. Complete hernia does not present in female. In fact, inguinal hernias in females occur as indirect protrusions. Intestinal loops are main content in inguinal hernia. Intestinal loop moves in inguinal canal during respiration. Orchiopexy is a surgery done to move an undescended testicle into the scrotum.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Orchiopexy is done in hernia.'

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