An uncommon hernia with an uncommon presentation: a case report on obturator hernia with ileal transection
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20231002Keywords:
Obturator hernia, Perforated obturator hernia, Ileal transectionAbstract
Obturator hernia is a rare pelvic hernia with an incidence of 1%. It is the protrusion of abdominal content through the obturator foramen. Here we report a rare case of obturator hernia in thin, emaciated female patient of age 60 years with complication of ileal transection, hence emphasizing early presentation and diagnosis.
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