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Surgery and Surgical Research
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VOL. 7, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Beyond the usual suspects: A dive into rare medical anomalies
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Dr. Aswathi Udayakumar, Dr. Gopinath Pai, Dr. Ranjith KB, Dr. Nikhil NG
Abstract

Paraduodenal hernias are rare congenital internal hernias resulting from abnormal retroperitoneal fixation and midgut rotation anomalies. Right paraduodenal hernias, comprising only 25% of all paraduodenal hernias, present significant diagnostic challenges due to their rarity and non-specific clinical presentation. We report a case of a 48-year-old male who presented with lower abdominal pain and vomiting over three days. Initial laboratory investigations were normal, and routine imaging was unremarkable. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography revealed right paraduodenal hernia with impending bowel ischemia. The patient underwent successful surgical repair via exploratory laparotomy with reduction of herniated bowel loops and anatomical reconstruction. This case emphasizes the importance of maintaining high clinical suspicion for paraduodenal hernias in patients presenting with recurrent abdominal pain and partial intestinal obstruction. Advanced imaging techniques are crucial for accurate diagnosis, and timely surgical intervention is essential to prevent severe complications.

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Pages:4-6
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Dr. Aswathi Udayakumar, Dr. Gopinath Pai, Dr. Ranjith KB, Dr. Nikhil NG "Beyond the usual suspects: A dive into rare medical anomalies". International Journal of Surgery and Surgical Research, Vol 7, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 4-6
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