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Levator hernia.

P P Brodak1, S Juma, S Raz

  • 1Divisions of Urology, University of California, San Diego Medical Center.

The Journal of Urology
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
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A rare levator hernia, a pelvic floor defect, occurred after a transvaginal fascial sling procedure. This first-reported case details its identification, repair, and discusses etiology and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • Pelvic Floor Surgery

Background:

  • Pelvic floor disorders are common, often treated with surgical procedures like the transvaginal fascial sling.
  • Transvaginal fascial sling procedures aim to support pelvic organs but can have complications.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with a paravaginal mass after a transvaginal fascial sling procedure.
  • The mass was identified during surgical exploration as a hernia through the pelvic floor.

Findings:

  • The study reports the first known case of a levator hernia.
  • Surgical exploration revealed a defect in the pelvic floor, which was successfully repaired.
  • Clinical and radiological findings associated with this rare hernia are presented.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights a previously unreported complication of transvaginal fascial sling procedures.
  • Understanding the etiology and anatomy of levator hernias is crucial for diagnosis and management.
  • Further research into preventing and treating this specific pelvic floor defect is warranted.