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Obturator hernia: a new technique for repair
D N Lobo1, D J Clarke, A P Barlow
1Department of Surgery, Lincoln County Hospital NHS Trust, UK.
Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
|April 30, 1998
Summary
Obturator hernias are rare, often diagnosed during surgery for bowel obstruction. A new technique uses polypropylene mesh sutured to Cooper
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Innovation
- Hernia Repair
Background:
- Obturator hernias are rare abdominal wall defects.
- Diagnosis is often delayed, typically occurring during surgical exploration for small bowel obstruction.
Observation:
- Two cases of obturator hernias in nonagenarian patients are presented.
- These elderly patients presented with symptoms suggestive of bowel obstruction.
Findings:
- A novel, straightforward, and effective surgical repair method is proposed.
- The technique involves securing a polypropylene (Prolene) mesh to Cooper's ligament to close the defect.
Implications:
- This method offers a potentially simpler and more effective solution for obturator hernia repair.
- Further studies may validate this technique for broader clinical application in managing rare hernias.