Left Inguinal Bladder Hernia that Causes Dilatation in the Ureter
Mustafa Ugur1, Nesrin Atcı2, Cem Oruc3
1Department of General Surgery, Medicine School of Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey. drmustafaugur@gmail.com.
Archives of Iranian Medicine
|May 15, 2016
Summary
A rare scrotal bladder hernia can cause swelling and urinary issues. Early diagnosis with computed tomography is crucial to prevent surgical complications like bladder injury.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Case Report
Background:
- Scrotal bladder hernia is a rare condition.
- It can manifest as scrotal swelling and lower urinary tract symptoms, including obstruction or infection.
Observation:
- A 75-year-old male presented with right inguinal swelling and symptoms of a lower urinary system infection.
- Computed tomography revealed an inguinal bladder hernia.
Findings:
- The inguinal bladder hernia was successfully diagnosed preoperatively.
- Surgical repair of the hernia was performed without complications.
Implications:
- Preoperative diagnosis of scrotal bladder hernia is vital for preventing intraoperative bladder injury.
- This case highlights the utility of computed tomography in diagnosing rare hernias.
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