Case Report-Inguinoscrotal ureteral hernia diagnosed on micturating cystourethrography

Abstract The presence of a ureter within an inguinal hernia is an extremely rare entity, usually discovered incidentally during herniorrhaphy and may pose a surgical risk. Early preoperative diagnosis is crucial to guide proper surgical approach and to preserve renal function.

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Published in:The Indian journal of radiology & imaging 2011-07, Vol.21 (3), p.199-201
Main Authors: Sripathi, Smiti, Rajagopal, KV, Kakkar, Chandan, Polnaya, Ashwin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Case reports
Case studies
Diagnosis
Genitourinary and Obstetric Radiology
hernia
inguinal
Inguinal hernia
ureteral
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Summary:Abstract The presence of a ureter within an inguinal hernia is an extremely rare entity, usually discovered incidentally during herniorrhaphy and may pose a surgical risk. Early preoperative diagnosis is crucial to guide proper surgical approach and to preserve renal function.
ISSN:0971-3026
0970-2016
1998-3808
DOI:10.4103/0971-3026.85368