AI Article Synopsis
- - A giant inguinal hernia is an uncommon condition, often seen in patients who delay surgery for extended periods due to various reasons.
- - Surgical preparation and intervention for such cases can be particularly difficult, and the hernia may require emergency treatment if it becomes incarcerated.
- - This case highlights an unusual instance of a female patient who lived with a giant inguinal hernia for 40 years without seeking treatment.
Article Abstract
A giant inguinal hernia is a rare clinical presentation in patients refusing hernia repair for different reasons during a long period. The appearance is remarkable, and the preoperative preparation and the surgery itself might be challenging. They can present in an emergency (hernia incarceration) or elective setting. Most of the patients are male, but exclusions exist. This is a rare case of a female patient with a giant inguinal hernia left untreated for 40 years.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11602210 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae734 | DOI Listing |
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