Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Obturator hernia, an uncommon type of abdominal wall hernia, predominantly occurs in elderly, multiparous women and often presents with nonspecific symptoms. The preoperative diagnosis of obturator hernia is particularly challenging due to its vague clinical manifestations. The clinical picture consists of intestinal blockage, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The treatment is only surgical. Delayed diagnosis can result in intestinal necrosis, thereby increasing the risk of mortality. This report discusses the case of a 73-year-old woman who experienced abdominal pain and restricted extension of her right leg. Computed tomography confirmed the presence of a right obturator hernia. The hernia was successfully repaired without necessitating resection of the small intestine. Postoperatively, the patient recovered well and experienced no complications.
Source: Cureus
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.66503
Institution: Cho Ray Hospital
Language: English
Topic: Hernia repair and management
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4401443508