Obturator hernia mimicking recurrent femoral hernia: A diagnostic challenge in an elderly patient (case report)
This case highlights the diagnostic challenge of obturator hernia, particularly in elderly patients with prior hernia history, where atypical presentations may mimic other conditions. Tailored surgical strategies, guided by clinical and intraoperative findings, are essential to optimize outcomes in such high-risk cases.
Authors
- Mbarek Yaka
- Boubker Idrissi Kaitouni (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4280-4204)
- Stéphane Ayee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5149-7008)
- Fernando Nantote
- Zaynab Bellamlik
Institutions
- Mohammed V University (MA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-10-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.112079
- Primary Topic
- Hernia repair and management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00