are surgical procedures aimed at correcting protrusions near the belly button, with differences in their causes and surgical techniques.

• Umbilical Hernia: This type occurs when abdominal contents push through a weak spot in the abdominal wall at the belly button. It is common in infants and may resolve on its own by age 4 or 5. In adults, surgical intervention is often required.
• PARA - UMBILICAL HERNIA This is a type of ventral hernia that occurs adjacent to the umbilicus. Unlike umbilical hernias, para-umbilical hernias do not typically resolve on their own and usually require surgical repair due to a higher risk of complications, such as strangulation