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[Symptomatic hernia (author's transl)].

V Weber, D Jung

    Medizinische Klinik
    |January 27, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Symptomatic hernias often indicate underlying illnesses, particularly in patients over 40. While not routine, rectoscopy and barium enemas are vital for diagnosing hernias and associated conditions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Oncology

    Background:

    • Symptomatic hernias, commonly inguinal or femoral, can signal pre-existing, undiagnosed conditions.
    • A thorough patient history focusing on prior illnesses is crucial for all hernia patients, especially those over 40.

    Observation:

    • Barium enema and rectoscopy are not recommended as routine screening for all inguinal or femoral hernias.
    • These diagnostic procedures are essential when a symptomatic hernia is suspected.
    • In patients with inguinal or femoral hernias over 40, rectoscopy detected polyps in 5 cases, and barium enema identified transverse colon cancer in 2 cases.

    Findings:

    • No inguinal or femoral hernias were observed in 320 patients with histologically confirmed rectal and colon cancer.
    • A significant association exists between symptomatic hernias and underlying gastrointestinal pathology, particularly in older adults.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of a comprehensive medical evaluation for patients presenting with hernias.
    • Suggests a potential link between hernias and gastrointestinal malignancies, warranting further investigation.
    • Emphasizes the judicious use of diagnostic imaging and endoscopic procedures in hernia assessment.