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Spontaneous rupture of a congenital umbilical hernia in an infant: A rare complication.

Spontaneous rupture of a congenital umbilical hernia in an infant: A rare complication.

Authors :
Gupta, Rahul
Mala, Tariq Ahmed
Gupta, Atul
Agrawal, Lila Dhar
Gupta, Arun Kumar
Jadhav, Avinash Suhkdev
Source :
Formosan Journal of Surgery. Apr2014, Vol. 47 Issue 2, p71-73. 3p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Summary: Umbilical hernia is not uncommon in children. Most of these hernias close spontaneously as the children grow; they are often remarkably free from complications. Although this did not affect the accepted principles of management of umbilical hernia, we feel that this case of spontaneous rupture is worth reporting because of the severity of the evisceration of the small intestines in a 45-day-old female infant. The presence of discoloration, ulceration, or a rapid increase in the size of the umbilical hernia signals impending rupture, particularly in cases of large umbilical hernias with small fascial defects. The physicians and parents should be informed about these warning signs and immediately consult a pediatric surgeon for a timely intervention. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1682606X
Volume :
47
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Formosan Journal of Surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
95928059
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fjs.2013.11.001