Giant Inguinoscrotal Hernia With Loss of Domain in a Patient With Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis: A Case Report

Inguinal hernias are commonly seen in clinical settings and may occasionally present in complex forms that pose significant surgical challenges. In its giant inguinoscrotal form with loss of domain, it presents a significant surgical challenge. These hernias are associated with considerable risks, particularly due to potential cardiorespiratory complications during reintegration of the intra-abdominal organs. The complexity increases in patients with comorbidities such as liver cirrhosis. We present the case of a 47-year-old male patient with alcoholic liver cirrhosis who developed a giant inguinoscrotal hernia containing loops of colon and small bowel. Treatment involved preoperative preparation with progressive pneumoperitoneum and botulinum toxin administration, followed by elective hernioplasty, which resulted in a favorable clinical outcome. This case underscores the importance of an individualized, multidisciplinary approach to optimize surgical outcomes in patients with complex medical conditions.

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Cureus
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2025-07-05
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.87338
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Hernia repair and management
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Giant Inguinoscrotal Hernia With Loss of Domain in a Patient With Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis: A Case Report

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Giant Inguinoscrotal Hernia With Loss of Domain in a Patient With Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis: A Case Report

E. Pérez Bocanegra, Steve R. Martinez, C. Hernandez, Jesus A Olvera, Pedro Solis Marfil
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Inguinal hernias are commonly seen in clinical settings and may occasionally present in complex forms that pose significant surgical challenges. In its giant inguinoscrotal form with loss of domain, it presents a significant surgical challenge. These hernias are associated with considerable risks, particularly due to potential cardiorespiratory complications during reintegration of the intra-abdominal organs. The complexity increases in patients with comorbidities such as liver cirrhosis. We present the case of a 47-year-old male patient with alcoholic liver cirrhosis who developed a giant inguinoscrotal hernia containing loops of colon and small bowel. Treatment involved preoperative preparation with progressive pneumoperitoneum and botulinum toxin administration, followed by elective hernioplasty, which resulted in a favorable clinical outcome. This case underscores the importance of an individualized, multidisciplinary approach to optimize surgical outcomes in patients with complex medical conditions.

CureusVol. 17(7)
Mexican Social Security Institute (MX), Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (MX), Universidad del Valle de México (MX)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 72%
Hernia repair and management
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