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Right paraduodenal hernia, classification, and selection of surgical methods: a case report and review of the literature

Authors: Xiao-Long Wang, Gui-Xiu Jin, Jian-Feng Xu, Zhi-Rong Chen, Li-Meng Wu, Zhi-Long Jiang

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2023

Abstract

Background

Considering that right paraduodenal hernia is a rare internal hernia with abnormal anatomy and is often encountered during an emergency, surgeons may lack knowledge about it and choose incorrect treatment. Thus, this case report is a helpful complement to the few previously reported cases of right paraduodenal hernia. Additionally, we reviewed all the reported right paraduodenal hernia cases and proposed appropriate surgical strategies according to different anatomical features.

Case presentation

The case involved a 33-year-old Chinese male patient who was admitted to the hospital due to abdominal pain. The patient was initially diagnosed with small bowel obstruction, and conservative treatment failed. An emergency operation was arranged, during which a diagnosis of right paraduodenal hernia was made instead. After surgery, the patient recovered well without abdominal pain for 2 years.

Conclusion

Although right paraduodenal hernia accounts only for a small proportion of paraduodenal hernia, its anatomical characteristics can vary considerably. We divided right paraduodenal hernia into three types, with each type requiring a different surgical strategy.

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Title: Right paraduodenal hernia, classification, and selection of surgical methods: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Xiao-Long Wang
Gui-Xiu Jin
Jian-Feng Xu
Zhi-Rong Chen
Li-Meng Wu
Zhi-Long Jiang
Publication date: 01-12-2023
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2023
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-023-04286-1

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Right paraduodenal hernia, classification, and selection of surgical methods: a case report and review of the literature

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Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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