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Laparoscopic Appendectomy for Amyand’s Hernia: A Modern Approach to A Historic Diagnosis

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Abstract

Objectives

This study seeks to discuss the management and diagnosis of Amyand’s hernia, an exceedingly rare diagnosis.

Methods

The case of a 60-year-old female found to have inguinal appendicitis on preoperative computed tomography imaging is presented.

Results

The patient underwent concomitant laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair and appendectomy.

Discussion

Laparoscopic management of Amyand’s hernia should be strongly considered for repair and resection.

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  1. Surgery Branch, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, 10 Center Drive, MSC 1201, CRC-10, Rm 3-3940, Bethesda, MD, 20892, USA

    John E. Mullinax & Itzhak Avital

  2. Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 8700 Beverly Blvd #8215, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, USA

    Alexander Allins

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Mullinax, J.E., Allins, A. & Avital, I. Laparoscopic Appendectomy for Amyand’s Hernia: A Modern Approach to A Historic Diagnosis. J Gastrointest Surg 15, 533–535 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-010-1386-5

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