Ultrasound-guided non-invasive retraction for strangulated obturator hernia allows elective radical surgery: analysis of 12 cases

Abstract Background Obturator hernia is a life-threatening condition, requiring emergency intervention due to strangulation, if non-invasive repair for strangulation cannot be complete. Change from emergency surgery to elective surgery using minimal non-invasive options can greatly contribute to per...

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Published in:	Surgical Case Reports
Main Authors:	Yuto Maeda, Osamu Nakahara, Seiya Saito, Jiro Nasu, Hideo Baba
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Japan Surgical Society 2021-04-01
Subjects:	Obturator hernia Echo-guided reduction
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s40792-021-01165-z