Yes: An umbilical hernia has a higher risk of incarceration and strangulation of bowel. If you have a very small umbilical hernia, it usually doesn't need to be repaired. If your hernia is greater than 1 cm, i would advise consideration of elective repair, especially if it causes pain.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Not a choice: As of this date there is no recognized and approved way to fix it but to operate. It is a no, e in the abdominal cavity. There are minimally invasive options depending on the size.
Answered 3/6/2015
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