The Obturator Hernia: Difficult Diagnosis - Easy Repair
Journal: International Journal of Surgery and Medicine (IJSM) (Vol.3, No. 4)Publication Date: 2017-10-31
Authors : Poonam Tanwar Amit Jaiswal Pritviraj S K Jaikaran Ruhil Rajesh Godara;
Page : 257-259
Keywords : Computed tomography; obturator hernia; intestinal obstruction;
Abstract
Obturator hernia is rare pelvic hernia difficult to diagnose clinically because of non specific symptoms and obscure physical findings. Delayed diagnosis, frequent complications leads to significant mortality. Use of computerised tomography in diagnosis and early repair either suture based or mesh placement depending on circumstances is associated with good outcome.
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