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  • Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Abdominal Surgery

Background:

  • Traumatic abdominal intercostal hernias (AIHs) are exceptionally rare surgical conditions.
  • Existing literature on AIHs is limited and often anecdotal, complicating diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • A case of recurrent AIHs is presented, which was only identified during surgical exploration.
  • The patient's history and physical examination were insufficient for a definitive preoperative diagnosis.

Findings:

  • Missed diagnoses of AIHs are frequent due to limited clinical experience and data.
  • Suboptimal surgical management strategies contribute to high recurrence rates for traumatic AIHs.

Implications:

  • Enhanced diagnostic criteria and imaging techniques are needed for timely AIH identification.
  • Standardized surgical protocols are crucial to improve outcomes and minimize recurrence in traumatic AIHs.