Hernias

Question 1

Most common locations for inguinal hernias?

Answer 1

distal jejunum & ileum

Question 2

What are the most common type of inguinal hernias in horses?

Answer 2

indirect {true}

Question 3

In mature bulls, why are indirect inguinal hernias most commonly on the left side?

Answer 3

Rumenal pressure

Question 4

What is the most common type of hernia in the horse?

Answer 4

umbilical!
most are congenital, usu.palpable @birth—>close w/in 4days