Publications by authors named "Sabin K Ghimire"

Introduction And Importance: Internal hernias (IH) account for 5.8 % of all cases of intestinal obstruction. Intestinal obstruction due to congenital transverse mesocolic defects is a rare but significant clinical challenge that requires prompt recognition and surgical intervention.

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Introduction And Importance: Obturator hernia is a rare abdominal wall hernia (<1 % incidence) that occurs through the obturator foramen, often in elderly, emaciated women. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) of the abdomen and pelvis is the diagnostic modality of choice, with a high accuracy of 78 %-100 %.

Case Presentation: An 84-year-old frail woman with COPD presented with generalized abdominal pain, abdominal distention, vomiting, and right thigh pain.

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Introduction And Importance: Hydatid disease, caused by Echinococcus larvae, leads to cystic echinococcosis, primarily affecting the liver and lungs. It is common in endemic regions like Argentina and East Africa, with incidences of over 50 cases per 100,000 people. A rare and life-threatening complication is the intraperitoneal rupture of a hydatid cyst.

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