Abstract
Introduction
Primary venous aneurysm is a rare, but essential consideration in the differential diagnosis of an inguinal and femoral hernia.
Methods
We report a case of a 43-year-old man who was referred for evaluation and treatment of a femoral hernia.
Results
The patient presented with a 3-month history of an asymptomatic tumor on his right upper inner thigh. Physical examination noted a non-tender, non-indurated tumor.
Conclusion
Surgical exploration demonstrated a primary venous aneurysm of the proximal saphenous vein.
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Tschuor, C., Dindo, D., Clavien, PA. et al. A challenging hernia: primary venous aneurysm of the proximal saphenous vein. Hernia 17, 111–113 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-012-0905-6
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