[Errors in diagnosis of strangulated irreducible hernias]

In the paper, the errors in diagnosis of strangulated irreducible hernias are analysed. The attention of specialists is drawn to the fact that in some cases irreducible hernias may be the cause of different cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders (angina, bronchial asthma). It is recommended to treat patients with irreducible hernias irrespective of their age. This measure would obviate not only complications relative to the principle lesion but also the development of reflex vascular and pulmonary complications.