Amyand's hernia with appendicitis in the children: A delayed diagnosis
The presence of a vermiform appendix in an inguinal hernia sac is known as Amyand's hernia. It is an uncommon and rare condition estimated to be found in approximately 1 % of hernia. However, in just 0.08 %, the condition is complicated by an acute appendicitis. The clinical presentation varies...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2016-10-01
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| Series: | Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213576616301245 |