Among the given populations risk of hernia is least in
Correct Answer: Obese
Description: Inguinal hernia is less common in obese patients, with hernia risk being negatively related to body mass index (BMI). Hernia is more common in smokers.Hernia development is more common in pregnancy due to hormonally induced laxity of pelvic ligaments. It is also more common in elderly people due to degenerative weakness of muscles and fibrous tissue. Ref: Bailey and love 27e pg: 1024
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