Littré's Hernia: A Rare Intraoperative Finding

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology and Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Littré's hernia (LH) is a rare condition involving Meckel's diverticulum (MD) within a hernial sac.
• Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital intestinal anomaly, often asymptomatic but can cause complications.

Observation:

• A 16-year-old male presented with an incarcerated Littré's hernia in the inguinal region.
• Preoperative diagnosis of LH is challenging due to non-specific hernia symptoms.

Findings:

• The case involved a rare complication of Meckel's diverticulum, occurring in only 1% of MD cases.
• Successful surgical treatment was achieved through wedge resection of the diverticulum and subsequent hernia repair.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in hernia presentations.
• Effective surgical management of Littré's hernia can lead to favorable patient outcomes.