Reduction en masse of incarcerated inguinal hernia: A case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Reduction en masse is a rare diagnosis in which an inguinal hernia is reduced; however, the bowel remains entrapped inside the hernia sac within the preperitoneal space. Although this occurs infrequently, missed diagnosis can significantly affect patient outcomes.

Presentation of case

A 73-year-old male presented with obstructive symptoms in the setting of no prior abdominal operations and recently self-reduced inguinal hernia. Diagnosis of reduction en masse of an inguinal hernia was made with history and cross-sectional imaging. The patient remained obstructed following reduction and underwent urgent laparoscopic exploration. The small bowel was reduced from a preperitoneal hernia sac and appeared viable, negating the need for resection. The patient subsequent

SUBMITTER: Cross A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11409008 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature