Primary necrosis of the round ligament in adults: A new case and literature review
Year: 2018
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: The necrosis of the round ligament is an exceptional entity. The clinical presentation is nonspecific and can lead us to call to mind other diseases. The diagnosis is suspected by an abdominal ultrasound and CT scan showing lesions between the liver and the abdominal wall with fat density that extends to the umbilicus. It is confirmed by the surgical exploration of the abdomen performed by classical or laparoscopic approach.
Author: Wissem Triki
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2910236352