Laparoscopic features and repair of a combined left Spigelian hernia and left Morgagni diaphragmatic hernia

Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2015 Mar;97(2):e25-6. doi: 10.1308/003588414X14055925060596.

Abstract

Both Spigelian and Morgagni hernias cause serious morbidity so early diagnosis and timely treatment are necessary. These two types of hernia are more commonly found on the right side of patients. They are rare individually in adults and even rarer in combination. So far, an association between the two hernias has only been reported on the right. We describe the first case of a Spigelian hernia and a Morgagni hernia in a 62-year-old woman, both occurring on the left side. Our accompanying video describes several laparoscopic features that will help lead to early detection and diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / complications*
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / diagnosis
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / surgery*
  • Hernia, Ventral / complications*
  • Hernia, Ventral / diagnosis
  • Hernia, Ventral / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Middle Aged