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Laparoscopic Repair of Para-Esophageal Hernia Using Absorbable Biosynthetic Mesh
Published on: September 11, 2021
Epigastric Hernia
Carlos Enrique Suarez Acosta1, Esperanza Romero Fernandez1, Elpidio Calvo Manuel1
1University Hospital Clinico San Carlos, Complutense University from Madrid, C/Profesor Martin Lagos s/n, PC 28040 Madrid, Spain.
Abstract:
Epigastric hernia is a common condition, mostly asymptomatic although sometimes their unusual clinical presentation still represents a diagnostic dilemma for clinician. The theory of extra tension in the epigastric region by the diaphragm is the most likely theory of epigastric hernia formation. A detailed history and clinical examination in our thin, elderly male patient who presented with abdominal pain and constipation of 5 days of evolution was crucial in establishing a diagnosis. Noninvasive radiologic modalities such as ultrasonographic studies in the case of our patient can reliably confirm the diagnosis of epigastric hernia.
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