Obturator hernia: The "Little Old Lady's Hernia"
Journal
Journal of Medical Ultrasound
Journal Volume
22
Journal Issue
2
Pages
96-98
Date Issued
2014
Author(s)
Abstract
Obturator hernia is a rare type of pelvic hernia. As the symptoms are nonspecific and the physical findings are obscure, a correct diagnosis is often delayed, which results in significant morbidity and even mortality. We present here the case of a patient who was quickly diagnosed by ultrasonography and hence underwent surgery without significant complications. ? 2014.
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Other Subjects
aged; article; case report; computer assisted tomography; echography; female; hernioplasty; hip pain; human; inguinal region; obturator hernia; pathological anatomy; physical examination; treatment response; very elderly; vomiting
Type
journal article