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Urinary Bladder Hernia: A Rare Cause of Urinary Frequency
Abdurahman A Aldubaikhi1, Sultan A Albeabe1, Ahlam M Alfaraj2
1College of Medicine, Qassim University, Qassim, SAU.
Cureus
|February 14, 2022
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of bladder herniation through an inguinal hernia in a 39-year-old man. Laparoscopic repair successfully resolved his urinary symptoms and the hernia.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- General Surgery
Background:
- Inguinal hernias are common, particularly in older males, typically presenting with groin swelling and discomfort.
- Urinary symptoms like frequency and incomplete emptying are not classic presentations of inguinal hernias.
Observation:
- A 39-year-old man presented with a two-month history of urinary frequency, nocturia, and groin swelling.
- Physical examination revealed a right groin swelling consistent with inguinal hernia.
- Computed tomography (CT) confirmed a right inguinal hernia with herniation of the urinary bladder.
Findings:
- The patient underwent successful laparoscopic repair of the inguinal hernia with bladder reduction and mesh closure.
- Postoperative recovery was uneventful, with significant improvement in urinary symptoms.
Implications:
- Bladder herniation into an inguinal canal is an uncommon condition that should be considered in patients with unexplained lower urinary tract symptoms.
- Laparoscopic repair is a safe and effective treatment option for this condition when performed by experienced surgical teams.
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