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Laparoscopic Approach To Treat a Hydrocele of the Canal of Nuck: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The hydrocele of the canal of Nuck is a rare medical condition that usually affects females during childhood and early adulthood. It is considered the female homolog to the testicular hydrocele in males, as they share similar pathophysiology. The condition is often underreported and considered an incidental finding. On many occasions, it is mistakenly diagnosed and even managed as an inguinal hernia. The hydrocele of the canal of Nuck is usually managed surgically, either by open surgery or laparoscopy. In this case report, we will discuss the hydrocele of the canal of Nuck diagnosed in a young adult female and provide a background, case presentation, and thorough discussion.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.68475

Authors: Omer K Alghofeali, Wed K Alwabel, Mohammed A Alharbi, Ghassan I Alhajress, Ibrahim T Al Babtain

Institutions: King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdulaziz Medical City

Language: English

Topic: Gynecological conditions and treatments

Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4402123439