Introduction: Pancreatoduodenectomy (PD) is a complex procedure with a high morbidity rate. Internal hernia following PD is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication. Herein, we describe a rare case of internal hernia after PD.
Presentation Of Case: A 76-year-old man who underwent subtotal stomach-preserving PD 7 years ago presented with vomiting and abdominal pain. Abdominal computed tomography revealed an internal hernia. Because conservative treatment failed, surgical intervention was performed. Intraoperative findings revealed efferent loop herniation in the space between the afferent loop near the Braun anastomosis and transverse mesocolon. The hernia was repositioned and the mesenteric defect was closed.
Discussion: This is an extremely rare case of an internal hernia that developed 7 years after PD. As conservative management provides a little chance for improvement, precise diagnosis and prompt re-intervention are essential for the management of internal hernia. In this case, the hernial orifice developed in the space between the afferent and efferent loops and the transverse mesocolon. Internal hernia could be a differential diagnosis in patients with ileus after PD.
Conclusion: This study provided a detailed description of an extremely rare case of internal hernia following PD. Therefore, internal hernias should be considered in patients undergoing PD.
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