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Published in: Hernia 4/2011

01-08-2011 | Case Report

Herniation through the foramen of Winslow: a laparoscopic approach

Authors: E. Van Daele, M. Poortmans, T. Vierendeels, P. Potvlieghe, W. Rots

Published in: Hernia | Issue 4/2011

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Abstract

We describe a case of a young woman with acute epigastric pain. Extensive diagnostic workup suggested a hernia through the foramen of Winslow. A laparoscopic exploration of the abdomen revealed an internal herniation of the cecum and ascending colon behind the hepatoduodenal ligament into the lesser sac. Successful management requires prompt diagnosis and surgical treatment. In our case the internal herniation was uncomplicated and could be reduced laparoscopically. To our knowledge, this is the first documented case of a laparoscopiccally treated Winslow hernia.
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Metadata
Title
Herniation through the foramen of Winslow: a laparoscopic approach
Authors
E. Van Daele
M. Poortmans
T. Vierendeels
P. Potvlieghe
W. Rots
Publication date
01-08-2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Hernia / Issue 4/2011
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Electronic ISSN: 1248-9204
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-010-0671-2

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