Incarcerated Incisional Hernia of the Sigmoid Colon after Appendectomy: A Case Report

Highlights • Incisional hernia after appendectomy is rare because the incision is small. • Small bowel and omentum are commonly herniated through the weak abdominal wall. • Incisional hernia of the colon after appendectomy is extremely rare. • Computed tomography is a useful diagnostic tool for diff...

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Published in:International journal of surgery case reports 2017-01, Vol.31, p.39-42
Main Author: Choi, Pyong Wha
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Appendectomy
Case Report
Colon
Incisional hernia
Surgery
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Summary:Highlights • Incisional hernia after appendectomy is rare because the incision is small. • Small bowel and omentum are commonly herniated through the weak abdominal wall. • Incisional hernia of the colon after appendectomy is extremely rare. • Computed tomography is a useful diagnostic tool for differentiating unusual abdominal wall mass.
ISSN:2210-2612
2210-2612
DOI:10.1016/j.ijscr.2017.01.006