%0 Case Reports
%T Lessons learned from an unusual condition of incidental synchronous multiple hernias of indirect inguinal hernia, femoral hernia, and incarcerated obturator hernia.
%A Jiang LL
%A Chen CC
%A Yang K
%J Niger J Clin Pract
%V 22
%N 2
%D Feb 2019
%M 30729956
暂无%R 10.4103/njcp.njcp_200_18
%X Hernias are one of the most common diseases. The frequency of multiple hernias is much higher than the frequency reported during herniorrhaphy. Multiple hernias may account for some of the so-called recurrences, in which the small hernia may be veiled by the bigger one and omitted. In this study, we present a case of an 83-year-old female who suffered from multiple hernias namely a left-sided indirect inguinal hernia, a right-sided femoral hernia, and a right-sided incarcerated obturator hernia. Additionally, the characteristics and treatment of obturator hernia were discussed. Ultrasound and computed tomography (CT) are capable of accurately diagnosing groin hernia. Preoperative bilateral ultrasound of examinations or abdominopelvic CT should be recommended to perform routinely for patients with suspected hernias to avoid ignoring the concurrent hernias. A careful exploration of the operative field in the operation is mandatory. The CT is also helpful for early diagnosis of obturator hernia. In addition, the intra-abdominal approach through a low midline incision might be a preference for the treatment of obturator hernia.