Amyand's Hernia: A Case Report

Amyand’s hernia refers to the presence of the vermiform appendix within the inguinal hernia sac, whether inflamed or not. We report a rare case involving a 72-year-old man presenting with a painful right inguinal hernia evolving over several days, for which surgical intervention was indicated. An inguinal approach allowed for both appendectomy and hernia repair, the latter being performed without the use of prosthetic mesh due to the potential infectious risk in such an unusual situation. This case highlights the importance of accurate intraoperative diagnosis and an appropriate surgical strategy when managing this rare entity.