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Strangulated obturator hernia: can mortality be reduced?

A Young1, D A Hudson, J E Krige

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Southern Medical Journal
|September 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This study highlights strangulated obturator hernia, a rare condition often seen in elderly women presenting with abdominal pain or obstruction. Prompt surgical intervention is crucial to prevent severe complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Anatomy

Background:

  • Obturator hernias are rare abdominal wall defects, particularly challenging to diagnose due to atypical presentations.
  • Elderly women are a key demographic, often presenting with non-specific symptoms that can delay diagnosis.

Observation:

  • Two cases of strangulated obturator hernia are presented, emphasizing varied clinical manifestations.
  • Key diagnostic indicators include recurrent abdominal pain, partial intestinal obstruction, a positive Howship-Romberg sign, and absent thigh adductor reflex.

Findings:

  • Strangulated obturator hernia can mimic other intra-abdominal pathologies, complicating diagnosis.
  • The Howship-Romberg sign and neurological deficits (absent thigh adductor reflex) are critical clinical clues.

Implications:

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  • Increased clinical suspicion and awareness are vital for early detection of this uncommon hernia.
  • Early laparotomy for unexplained bowel obstruction is essential to prevent morbidity and mortality associated with strangulated obturator hernia.