Abstract |
A rare case of obturator hernia is presented in a patient with persistent small bowel obstruction. There was a paucity of specific signs and poor general health which caused a delay in diagnosis. Ultimately delayed films from a barium follow through showed barium-filled bowel in the region of the right obturator foramen: A computed tomography scan then confirmed the diagnosis by demonstrating the barium-filled small bowel herniating through the right obturator foramen. Other imaging modalities such as herniography, barium enemas and ultrasound have also been successfully employed to diagnose obturator hernias.
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Authors | G O'Connell, A Cole |
Journal | Australasian radiology
(Australas Radiol)
Vol. 39
Issue 3
Pg. 306-8
(Aug 1995)
ISSN: 0004-8461 [Print] Australia |
PMID | 7487773
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Contrast Media
- Barium Sulfate
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Topics |
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Barium Sulfate
- Contrast Media
- Hernia, Obturator
(diagnostic imaging)
- Humans
- Intestinal Obstruction
(diagnostic imaging)
- Intestine, Small
(diagnostic imaging)
- Male
- Radiography, Abdominal
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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