54 yoF. 2 year HX of worsening, multiple ventral hernias. R | Figure 1
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54 yo F. 2 year HX of worsening, multiple ventral hernias. Refuses treatment. Frequent small bowel obstructions. Comes to the ER for pain management but won't allow NG tube or any other intervention.
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