Amyand Hernia — An Uncommon Coexistence of Two Common Disease Entities
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2022-08
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Indian Medical Association
Abstract
Amyand hernia is a very rare disorder characterized by presence of appendix (normal, inflamed or perforated) in the hernia sac. Though it is usually detected intra-operatively, ultrasonography or computerized tomographic scan done preoperatively may provide a clue. The presentation is determined by the condition of the appendix, and can mimic an incarcerated hernia. Though there are no standardized treatment protocols, management is mostly dictated by the condition of the appendix. We present the case of a 62-year-old male patient who presented with right sided obstructed inguinal hernia, which intra-operatively revealed an Amyand Hernia.
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Hernia, Appendix, Appendectomy, Amyand hernia, Inguinal hernia
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Datta Rajib, Chatterjee Shamita. Amyand Hernia — An Uncommon Coexistence of Two Common Disease Entities. Journal of The Indian Medical Association. 2022 Aug; 120(8): 73-74