Insertion of a hollow needle into a hernia in order to reduce the size of the tumour by withdrawing gas or liquid. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: her′nē-ō-pŭnk′chūr Definitions: 1. Insertion of a hollow needle into a hernia to reduce the size of the protruding viscus by withdrawing gas or liquid.
herniopuncture 1. A surgical puncture of a hernia. 2. Al surgical procedure in which a hole is made in a hernia sac.