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rupture, in medicine: see hernia hernia, protrusion of an internal organ or part of an organ through the wall of a body cavity. The hernia is enclosed by a sac formed by the lining of the cavity. It results from a weakness or rupture in the wall, usually where there is already a natural weakness. ..... Click the link for more information. . rupture Pathol a. the breaking or tearing of a bodily structure or part b. another word for hernia rupture [′rəp·chər] (geology) (medicine) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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