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CT and Ultrasound findings in a case of De Garengeot's hernia: A case report

  • Dubai Hospital

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Abstract

De Garengeot's hernia is a rare entity defined as the presence of the appendix within the femoral hernia sac. Although appendicitis is a common surgical emergency, appendix herniation into the groin results in a complex symptoms and signs, which make it difficult to diagnose clinically. We report a case of a 72-year-old male who had De Garengeot's hernia. Ultrasound and contrast-enhanced CT revealed a typical radiological feature of femoral hernia with the appendix herniating within femoral hernia sac. Surgical management of De Garengeot's hernia is controversial, and it is tailored according to the patient clinical situation and surgeon's preference. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case that combines both CT and ultrasound findings with postoperative findings.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)704-707
Number of pages4
JournalRadiology Case Reports
Volume14
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2019

Keywords

  • Amyand hernia
  • Appendicitis
  • De garengeot's hernia
  • Femoral hernia
  • Groin lump
  • Hernia

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