Year: 2014
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Umbilical hernia is not uncommon in children. Most of these hernias close spontaneously as the children grow; they are often remarkably free from complications. Although this did not affect the accepted principles of management of umbilical hernia, we feel that this case of spontaneous rupture is worth reporting because of the severity of the evisceration of the small intestines in a 45-day-old female infant. The presence of discoloration, ulceration, or a rapid increase in the size of the umbilical hernia signals impending rupture, particularly in cases of large umbilical hernias with small fascial defects. The physicians and parents should be informed about these warning signs and immediately consult a pediatric surgeon for a timely intervention.
Source: Formosan Journal of Surgery
Institution: SMS Medical College
Language: English
Topic: Hernia repair and management
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2042384476