In:
Annals of Medicine & Surgery, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 86, No. 3 ( 2024-01-4), p. 1647-1653
Abstract:
The foramen of Winslow hernia (FWH) is a rare type of internal hernia. In one-third of cases, the cecum was found in the lesser sac. More rarely, the herniated cecum might be volvulated, which represents 1–1.5% of the causes of intestinal obstruction. Once diagnosed, surgical reduction and/or resection of the nonviable herniated bowel is crucial for a positive outcome. Case presentation: The authors report a case of retroperitoneal cecal volvulus that complicated FWH in a patient with a history of laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Clinical discussion: A delay in the diagnosis is associated with high morbidity and even higher mortality. Because of lacking a consensus, the treatment of FWH depends on the team’s surgical experience. Conclusion: Reporting this case will help us to keep in mind this differential diagnosis while treating patients in our daily practice.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2049-0801
DOI:
10.1097/MS9.0000000000001540
Language:
English
Publisher:
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Publication Date:
2024
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2745440-X
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