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15 articles for “Hernia”
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PATTERN AND INCIDENCE OF HERNIA IN ESI HOSPITAL – A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL STUDY.
Abstract: Background: A hernia occurs when a weakness or a pre-existing opening in muscle orconnective tissue allows an organ other tissue to push through the barrier. According to thesurgical history, the treatment for Hernia has been evolved through distinct stages over theyears.Objective: To know the incidence of hernia, symptoms, duration, risk factors, different typesof hernia and post operative complications.Methodology: This is a prospective observational study was conducted for 6 months takingabout …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Comparative Effectiveness of Surgical and Nonsurgical Management for Patients with Single Level Lumbar Disc Herniation in terms of Symptom Severity and Quality of Life
Abstract: Background: Sciatica is one of the most severe forms of low back pain, with a lifetime prevalence of approximately 30 percent. Aim: To assess the short-term and long-term efficacy of surgical and conservative care in the incidence of sciatic symptoms and quality of life in standard clinical settings among patients with lumbar disc herniation. Material and Method: It was a retrospective study conducted at the Medical Trust Hospital, Kochi, India. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Incisional Hernia in Lumber Region after Iliac Crest Bone Graft
Abstract: Bone graft harvesting from the iliac crest is a common procedure. Herniation through an iliac crest defect is a rare complication of this procedure. Surgical repair is required to avoid the risk of incarceration or strangulation. We report the case of a 40-year-old male who developed hernia through the iliac crest defect after bone graft harvesting. This was managed by repair of iliac crest defect with a Proline mesh. Keywords: …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 16–17 Read article
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Giant Right Groin Leiomyoma Mimicking Inguinal/Femoral Hernia - Case Report
Abstract: Groin leiomyoma is a rare condition. Such presentation may lead to misinterpretation of inguinal or femoral hernia diagnosis. In case of incorrect diagnosis, there is a high risk for the development of intraoperative complications. Here we report a female patient who presented with a huge soft elastic sessile swelling of 20x25 cm size in the right groin region. The patient clinically had a total history of 9 yrs. Examination revealed …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 23–25 Read article
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Pre-peritoneal Mesh Repair of Spontaneous Superior Lumbar Hernia: A Case Report
Abstract: The lumbar hernias are rare variety of hernia. They arise more commonly from superior lumbar triangle than inferior lumbar triangle. It can be readily misdiagnosed as one of the commoner diseases like lipoma. Its diagnosis requires high clinical suspicion and can be confirmed by imaging. The treatment is elective surgery with meshplasty. Here we present a case of spontaneous superior lumbar hernia treated with preperitoneal polypropylene meshplasty at our hospital. …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 7–9 Read article
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Side Incidence and Age Prevalence: Inguinal Hernia
Abstract: Inguinal hernia is one of the most common presentations in the surgical outpatient department and mesh hernioplasty is the most common surgical procedure performed by a general surgeon. Patient data were taken from the Department of General Surgery and analysed to reveal that right-sided inguinal hernia is more common as compared to left sided. The most common age group involved was 51–60 years. Keywords: Inguinal hernia, surgical procedure, patient dataCite …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Isolation of Atypical Mycobacteria from an Unusual Site: A Case Study
Abstract: Infections due to atypical mycobacteria have been reported after surgical procedures, liposuction, subcutaneous injections, etc. Here the authors report a case that was operated for umbilical hernia and presented with delayed wound healing, discomfort over site of incision and chronic serous discharge. The exudate from non-healing surgical wound was received in the microbiology laboratory. Ziehl-Neelsen’s stain of the exudate revealed presence of scanty acid fast bacilli which on culture on …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Rare Three Cases of Right Sided Diaphragmatic Rupture Following Blunt Trauma Abdomen
Abstract: Diaphragmatic rupture can occur with both blunt trauma chest as well as blunt trauma abdomen which can be associated with herniation of abdominal content into thoracic cavity. Diaphragmatic injury is common following chest injury in 1–7% cases but it's rare following blunt trauma abdomen. In this study we had seen three cases in which there was rupture of diaphragm due to blunt trauma abdomen without any rib fracture and wound …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Understanding the Cervical Spine Disorder: A Cross-sectional Survey Study
Abstract: Cervical spine disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions including degenerative spondylosis, disc herniation, traumatic injuries, and myelopathy that impair quality of life through chronic pain, neurological deficits, and functional limitations. Globally, neck pain affects over 200 million individuals, with an age-standardized prevalence of 2666 per 100000 population and an incidence of 816 per 100000 person-years, contributing to significant years lived with disability (YLDs). Economic analyses estimate annual direct healthcare costs …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 80–97 Read article
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Lemon Sign: The Diagnostic Indicator for Spina Bifida
Abstract: The “lemon sign” is a distinctive ultrasonographic finding that serves as a diagnostic indicator for spina bifida, a congenital neural tube defect characterized by incomplete closure of the spinal cord. This sign is observed in fetal imaging and is considered an early and reliable marker for detecting spina bifida, particularly when combined with other prenatal diagnostic tools such as the “banana sign.” The lemon sign is characterized by a flattened, …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Treatment Approaches in Intracranial Hypertension: A Review
Abstract: Intracranial hypertension is considered, when intracranial pressure (ICP) increases above 20 mmHg for a period of more than 5 min. A persistent rise in ICP produces compression effect over cerebral vasculature and reduces cerebral blood flow (CBF) and cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP). It results in brain stem compression and herniation, if left untreated. A systematic assessment of clinical status, serial and continuous monitoring of vital parameters and evidence based therapeutic …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Diseases among Sewage Workers
Abstract: Urbanization has caused many health and environmental problems; to solve some of these problems, latrines and sewage systems were invented and are still being improved. This development has resulted in exposures of the sewage workers to the multitude of chemicals used in our homes and in the industries. With increasing demands on the sewage systems and new environmental regulations, the transportation and treatment of wastewater has increased in technical complexity. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Clinical advantage of umbilical single incision laparoscopic appendectomy; a single center prospective study
Abstract: Background: Single incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) is widely accepted in clinical practice with its less invasion, cosmetic effectiveness, and quick recovery. Purpose: Our purpose was to assess feasibility and clinical advantage of umbilical single incision laparoscopic appendectomy compared with conventional laparoscopy. Materials: From January 2016 to November 2019, we treated 215 patients admitted with acute appendicitis in Pyongyang University of Medicine Hospital; 82 patients received with umbilical single incision laparoscopic …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Goltz Syndrome, A Rare Entity: A Case Report
Abstract: Goltz syndrome or focal dermal hypoplasia is a rare multiple system disorder with cutaneous, ocular, dental and skeletal abnormalities. Its hallmark is thinning of the dermis resulting in subcutaneous fat herniation. It is a type of ectodermal dysplasia, a group of heritable disorder causing hair, teeth, nail and glands to develop and function abnormally. Here in, we are presenting a case of this syndrome in a 9-year-old girl presenting with …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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Initial Diversion in Hirschsprung’s Disease: Loop versus End Colostomy. Does it Make a Difference?
Abstract: Background: Staged surgery for Hirschsprung’s disease involving initial stoma formation with biopsies to find the level of aganglionosis and subsequent pull-through procedure like Duhamel’s Pull through is the most recommended management protocol at several institutions. The nature of stoma, whether loop or end, often determines the patient’s morbidity in this approach and would also have a say in the duration and ease at the time of definitive pull-through procedure. Aims …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 4–8 Read article