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KMID : 0371320080750050355
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Journal of the Korean Surgical Society
2008 Volume.75 No. 5 p.355 ~ p.356
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Amyand’s Hernia with Periappendicular Abscess
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Park Chan-Yong
Choi Soo-Jin-Na
Kim Shin-Kon
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Abstract
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The presence of a vermiform appendix in an inguinal hernia is known as Amyand’s hernia. It is rare condition that occurs in about 0.51% of the cases of inguinal hernia. Appendicitis within an Amyand’s hernia is found in 0.10% of all forms of external hernia sacs. It is often misdiagnosed as a strangulated inguinal hernia. We experienced a case of Amyand’s hernia with a periappendicular abscess within a right inguinal hernia sac in a 71-year-old male patient. Combined appendectomy and Bassini’s herniorrhaphy were performed. The patient had an uncomplicated postoperative course and he was discharged 8 days after admission. (J Korean Surg Soc 2008;75:355-357)
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KEYWORD
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Vermiform appendix, Amyand’s hernia, Periappendicular abscess
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