Persistent processus vaginalis presenting as hydrocele and hernia
International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics, 2018 Background: Inguino-scrotal swelling is a common finding in the paediatric population, attributed to the persistent processus vaginalis. But the reason why some children present with hernia and some with hydrocele is not yet clear. Histological examination of the sac may be useful in understanding the reason for this differential presentation.
S. Prabakaran, K. Kasthuri Thilagam
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Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized ovum implants outside the uterine cavity, most commonly in the fallopian tube. While rare, ectopic pregnancies can also occur in atypical locations such as the ovary, cervix, abdominal cavity, or broad ligament, often posing significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
Katuma Ruvuna +10 more
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Canal of Nuck cyst: surgical management and lymphatic preservation in three cases
Veins and LymphaticsThe canal of Nuck cyst is a rare but clinically relevant pathology, often mistaken for inguinal hernias or other soft tissue anomalies. It results from the incomplete obliteration of the processus vaginalis during fetal development.
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Exploring Hydrocele of the Canal of Nuck in a Mature Woman: Beyond the Norm
Clinical Case Reports, Volume 12, Issue 12, December 2024.ABSTRACT Timely diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial in managing hydrocele of the canal of Nuck. A systematic approach, including thorough examination and appropriate imaging, followed by meticulous surgical technique, ensures successful treatment and favorable long‐term outcomes for patients.
Saurav Jha +7 more
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Acute appendicitis presenting as acute scrotum in a toddler: A case report
Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case ReportsIntroduction: The acute scrotum is a common paediatric emergency presentation most often caused by testicular torsion, epididymo-orchitis, or incarcerated inguinal hernia.
Sean Gannon, Ibraheem Abdelraheem
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Observation on testicular maldescent at Nnewi
International Journal of Medicine and Health Development, 2002 Aim: To test, in our environment, the hypotheses that-the ascending testis is a real and common variant of testicular maldescent, and that testicular maldescent is rarely congenital in the absence of a complete hernial sac.
J C Orakwe, P I S. Okafor
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Relationship between Persistent Processus Vaginalis and Cryptorchidism–A Study in the Eastern Region of India [PDF]
Al Ameen Journal of Medical Sciences, 2011 Cryptorchidism is typically associated with an ipsilateral inguinal hernia and is at a greater risk for trauma. Premature infants also have a higher incidence of cryptorchidism.
Asis Kumar Ghosal +2 more
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Contralateral patent processus vaginalis repair in boys: a single-center retrospective study. [PDF]
Sci Rep, 2022 Jinxiang L +6 more
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Needle consideration in umbilical two-port laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure for patent processus vaginalis of children: hook-needle or forcep-needle. [PDF]
BMC Surg, 2022 Xiao Y, Zhang J.
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Scrotal abscess with a rare cause
Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons, 2009 A 4-year-old boy presented with a short history of right-sided acute scrotal pain and swelling. At exploration, pus was found in the hemiscrotum but no local cause could be found.
Mansoor Khizer +2 more
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