Hernia with highest rate of strangulation:
Ans. (c) Femoral herniaRef.: Bailey & Love 26th ed. Ch. 60 / 960* High risk of strangulation is seen with femoral hernia as it has lacunar ligament (Gimbernat's) medially. This is a strong curved ligament with a sharp unyielding edge which impedes reduction of a femoral hernia.* 50% of cases present as an emergency
Direct inguinal hernia
Indirect inguinal hernia
Femoral hernia
Incisional hernia
Femoral Hernias