Obturator Hernia: The Little Old Lady’s Hernia, A Case Series
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 10
Abstract
Abstract:Obturator hernia is a very rare type of hernia requiring the attending physician to have a high level of suspicion to diagnose it pre-operatively. It is also called the little old lady’s hernia because it is more common in thin elderly women. Here we present our experience with a case series of two obturator hernia that was seen in a span of three months. The presentation of this hernia and the management is discussed. Keywords:obturator hernia, intestinal obstruction, diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, hernia repair
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Norly S, Chua SH, Ros’aini P
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