Bilateral Secondary Femorocele in a Case of Ascites Due to Cardiac Cirrhosis Following Dual Valvular Replacement for Rheumatic Heart Disease.

Background: Fluid collection in a femoral hernia sac designated as a femorocele is an extremely uncommon surgical condition. Till date 9 cases of unilateral femorocele and one case of bilateral femorocele have been reported in English literature. Objective: Thus making the case presented the second case of bilateral femorocele in English literature. Case report: A case of bilateral femorocele in a patient suffering from rheumatic heat disease who had undergone dual valvular replacement with ascites due to cardiac cirrhosis is presented to highlight the surgical challenges in management of such a rare case. Discussion: Pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations and managemeny of femorocele are discussed. Conclusion: Contrast enhanced CT scan of the abdomen and scrotum is diagnostic. Open surgery in the form of dissection of sac with high ligation followed by obliteration of femoral ring is therapeutic. There is no scope of laparoscopy in such a case.

Novel Technique for Mesh Fixation to the Bone in Recurrent Post Traumatic Lumbar Hernia.

Background: Traumatic lumbar hernia is due to shearing of bony insertions of the muscle in the lumbar region. In recurrent cases, there is more attenuation of muscles. This makes fixation of the mesh extremely difficult. Hence, the need to develop a new technique. Case report: A 27-year-old male presented with a recurrent post-traumatic right- sided lumbar hernia. He had a severe two wheeler accident. Following the accident he had undergone various surgical interventions for a fractured pelvis with a deglowing injury involving the right gluteal region and upper thigh. He had also developed a post-traumatic lumbar hernia for which he had undergone open mesh repair. Subsequently he developed recurrence of the post traumatic right-sided lumbar hernia. After complete investigation he underwent open mesh repair for the recurrent post traumatic lumbar hernia. The defect was wide and was devoid of healthy surrounding muscles. The mesh was fixed to the ileal bone with bone anchors and to the twelfth rib with trans-osseous fiber sutures passed through holes drilled in the twelfth rib. Flaps were created from the remnant surrounding attenuated muscles. They were double-breasted to cover the mesh. Postoperative outcome was excellent with no recurrence for the last six months. Discussion: The various anatomical and technical considerations of bone fixation of the mesh for hernia repair are discussed. Conclusion: Bone fixation of the mesh with bone anchors is a viable option especially in cases where there is severe attenuation of adjacent muscles for mesh fixation.

Morel-Lavallée Lesion: Uncommon Injury often Missed.

Introduction: Morel-Lavalleé lesion is an uncommon closed degloving injury usually affecting the lower extremity. Although these lesions have been documented in literature, yet there is no standard treatment algorithm for the same. A case of Morel-Lavallée lesion following blunt injury to the thigh is therefore presented to highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in managing such lesions. The aim of presenting the case is to create awareness of clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of Morel-Lavallée lesions, especially in the setting of polytrauma patients. Case Report: A case of Morel-Lavallée lesion in a 32-year-old male with history of a blunt injury to the right thigh caused by a partial run over accident is presented. A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was done to confirm the diagnosis. A limited open approach for evacuating the fluid in the lesion was performed followed by irrigation of the cavity with a combination of 3% hypertonic saline and hydrogen peroxide in order to induce fibrosis to obliterate the dead space. This was followed by continuous negative suction accompanied with a pressure bandage. Conclusion: A high index of suspicion is necessary especially in cases of severe blunt injuries to the extremities. MRI is essential for early diagnosis of Morel-Lavallée lesions. A limited open approach is a safe and effective option for treatment. The use of 3% hypertonic saline along with hydrogen peroxide irrigation of the cavity to induce sclerosis is a novel method for treating the condition.

Pedunculated Lipoma of the Caecum Causing Colocolic Intussusception in an Adult.

INTRODUCTION: Colocolic intussusception in adults is uncommon and poses both a diagnostic and therapeutic dilemma. The association of an underlying malignancy necessitates a preoperative confirmation of diagnosis. The presenting features are variable. Hence contrast enhanced computed tomography of the abdomen is pivotal for diagnosis. An en bloc resection of the specimen in accordance with standard oncological principles is the mainstay of treatment. CASE REPORT: A case of colocolic intussusception in an adult is presented to highlight the difficulties in preoperative diagnosis and in selecting the best surgical option for treatment. CONCLUSION: Adult bowel intussusception is a diagnostic dilemma with preoperative diagnosis being the biggest challenge. CT scan of the abdomen is an excellent diagnostic modality with high diagnostic accuracy. Explorative laparotomy with en bloc resection is mainstay of treatment in adults.

Abdominal Wall Endometrioma: A Diagnostic Enigma-A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

BACKGROUND: Abdominal wall endometriomas are quite uncommon. They are usually misdiagnosed by both the surgeon and the gynaecologist. Awareness of the details of this rare condition is therefore essential for prompt diagnosis and adequate treatment. INTRODUCTION: Endometriosis though a condition commonly seen in the pelvic region can also occur at extrapelvic sites giving rise to a diagnostic dilemma. Abdominal wall endometrioma is one such complex variant of extrapelvic endometriosis with an incidence of less than 2% following gynaecologic operations. CASE REPORT: A case of abdominal wall endometrioma diagnosed clinically and treated by wide surgical resection is presented to highlight the importance of clinical evaluation in the diagnosis of this condition. DISCUSSION: The etiopathogenesis, presentation, investigations, and management are discussed briefly. CONCLUSION: Clinical evaluation confirmed by supportive imaging is diagnostic. Wide local excision is the mainstay of treatment.

Open Approach to Primary Lumbar Hernia Repair: A Lucid Option.

BACKGROUND: Lumbar hernia is a rare type of hernia. Awareness of the anatomical basis of this hernia is important for proper diagnosis and treatment. INTRODUCTION: Lumbar hernia is a protrusion of either extraperitoneal fat or intraperitoneal contents through either of the lumbar triangles. Primary lumbar hernias are extremely rare thereby rendering such a case reportable, to create an awareness about this condition to upcoming surgeons. CASE REPORT: A case of primary lumbar hernia treated successfully by open mesh repair is presented. DISCUSSION: The anatomical aspects underlying this condition along with diagnostic tests, their pitfalls, and surgical approaches are discussed. CONCLUSION: Awareness of this condition is essential for arriving at a clinical diagnosis. CT scan provides a road map for deciding the approach. Both the traditional open and the newer laparoscopic approaches are described. However open meshplasty is still a very safe and effective method of treatment.

Posttraumatic Haematuria with Pseudorenal Failure: A Diagnostic Lead for Intraperitoneal Bladder Rupture.

Bladder rupture is a very morbid injury following blunt or penetrating lower abdominal trauma. Prompt diagnosis is crucial to initiate optimal treatment. Intraperitoneal bladder rupture is associated with haematuria and biochemical features of renal failure. Cystogram is diagnostic. Immediate open surgical repair is the main stay of treatment. A case of intraperitoneal rupture diagnosed preoperatively by the presence of haematuria and pseudorenal failure is presented to highlight the association of posttraumatic haematuria and pseudorenal failure in such injuries.

Lipoma of the Small Intestine: A Cause for Intussusception in Adults.

Intussusception as a cause of intestinal obstruction in adults is rare. There is invariably an underlying pathology which leads to intussusception in adults. A case of intussusception in an adult due to a small intestinal lipoma is presented in view of this association. Ultrasound and CECT may help in a preoperative diagnosis. However early surgical intervention is the mainstay of treatment in order to confirm the diagnosis of the underlying pathology, thereby avoiding misdiagnosis of an underlying cancer.

Congenital lumbar hernia with lumbocostovertebral syndrome: a case report and review of the literature.

Introduction. Congenital lumbar hernia is one of the rare types of hernias. Anomalies of the ribs, spine, and muscles which constitute the lumbocostovertebral syndrome in association with congenital lumbar hernia make it the rarest of entities. In addition, a multitude of other organ systems may be involved. Case Report. A case of congenital lumbar hernia associated with lumbocostovertebral syndrome is presented in view of its rarity and diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Discussion. Anatomical background of congenital lumbar hernia associated with various other anomalies especially of the musculoskeletal structures is discussed. All cases of congenital lumbar hernia should be investigated for other congenital anomalies. Both open and laparoscopic approaches have been described for surgical treatment. Conclusion. Open surgical intervention is the mainstay of treatment taking into consideration the technical challenges posed by distorted anatomy due to the associated congenital anomalies.

Intracystic papillary carcinoma in the male breast: a rare endpoint of a wide spectrum.

Introduction. Fibrocystic disease of the male breast is uncommon. The presence of a spectrum of changes ranging from fibrocystic disease to duct papilloma to papillary carcinoma in the same patient renders the case a rarity and therefore reportable. Case Report. A case of intracystic papillary carcinoma of the male breast is presented. Discussion. The pathological, clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic options are discussed after reviewing the literature. Conclusion. Modified radical mastectomy with axillary clearance is the safest option for established cases.

Secondary vesical calculus resulting from migration of an intrauterine contraceptive device.

Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) is the commonest form of contraception used in view of less systemic side effects. However, there are a multitude of local complications caused by it. Of all the local complications described, migration of the device into adjacent organs is the most morbid of all complications. A patient presenting with history of loss or disappearance of the intrauterine contraceptive device accompanied by urinary symptoms should raise the doubt of a migrated device with the formation of a secondary calculus. This prompts further radiological investigations and merits surgical intervention either endourologically or by open surgery depending upon the merits of the case. A case report elucidating this fact is presented.

Adenocarcinoma of the small bowel: a surgical dilemma.

Malignant tumors of the small intestine are among the rarest types of gastrointestinal cancers. Due to their infrequent occurrence and the multitude of tumor types (viz, adenocarcinomas, carcinoids, sarcomas, and lymphomas), not much is known about their natural history and presentation, and there is often delay in the diagnosis. Adenocarcinoma is the commonest histologic type of small bowel cancer. There are no prospective randomized trials that have elucidated the best diagnostic and therapeutic options for this rare condition. In this article, a case of adenocarcinoma of the jejunum presenting as an abdominal lump is presented, along with a review of the literature.