Internal hernia in a patient with chylous ascites: a case report

Chylous ascites is diagnosed through paracentesis and triglyceride testing. In patients with a prior abdominal surgery, particularly those who have undergone subtotal gastrectomy, it is prudent to consider the possibility of an internal hernia, even in the presence of negative imaging results. Conservative management frequently proves inadequate, while laparoscopic exploration serves a dual purpose of diagnosis and treatment, facilitating adhesiolysis and hernia reduction.