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  • drtowfigh

    Moderator
    October 15, 2013 at 1:48 am

    Umbilical Hernia and Diastasis Recti

    No. Diastasis recti is a very specific term which describes spatial separation of the rectus muscles without a hernia in between. The fascia (or strength layer) of the muscle is still intact. It is not a hernia. It is not related to hernia development. There is no medical risk to have a diastasis.
    That said, some patients have a hernia repaired and the repair is bridged, not closed. The result can be a diastasis (or separation).