Protrusion of an organ through a structure that normally contains it is referred to as a
A)hernia.
B)goiter.
C)strain.
D)sprain.
E)hydrocele.

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The term hernia specifically refers to the protrusion of an organ, such as the intestine, through a structure that should normally contain it, such as the abdominal wall. The other options (B) goiter refers specifically to an enlargement of the thyroid gland, (C) strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon, (D) sprain is an injury to a ligament, and (E) hydrocele is a swelling caused by a buildup of fluid around a testicle.

Protrusion of an Organ Through a Structure That Normally Contains