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A Decentralized Ex Vivo Murine Bladder Model with the Detrusor Muscle Removed for Direct Access to the Suburothelium during Bladder Filling
Published on: November 28, 2019
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Bladder hernia.
Massimiliano Nicola1, Francesco De Luca
1Struttura Complessa di Urologia, Ospedale Fatebenefratelli e Oftalmico, Milan, Italy.
Summary
A rare case of bladder hernia into the scrotum presented with urinary symptoms and a scrotal mass. Surgical repair successfully addressed the crural herniation of the bladder.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Case Reports
Background:
- Bladder hernias are uncommon, with crural herniation into the scrotum being exceptionally rare.
- This report details a unique presentation of a bladder hernia.
Observation:
- A 71-year-old male presented with urinary frequency, nocturia, decreased urinary stream force and caliber, and a right scrotal mass.
- Intravenous pyelography (IVP) confirmed significant bladder herniation through the right inguinal canal into the scrotum.
Findings:
- A crural hernia containing both bowel and bladder was identified during surgery.
- The hernia sac was successfully dissected from the spermatic cord and testis, and the hernia defect was repaired.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in urological symptom presentation.
- Successful surgical management of complex bladder hernias can restore function and alleviate symptoms.
