Congenital Internal Hernia: Rare Cause of Acute Abdominal Pain

Authors

Jay Patel, HCA HealthcareFollow
Antoine Hamedi-Sangsari, HCA HealthcareFollow
Muhammad J. Khalil, HCA HealthcareFollow
Jessica El-Bahri, HCA HealthcareFollow

Division

South Atlantic

Hospital

Orange Park Medical Center

Document Type

Case Report

Publication Date

Fall 2021

Keywords

internal hernia, abdominal pain, obstruction

Disciplines

Congenital, Hereditary, and Neonatal Diseases and Abnormalities | Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

Abstract

Acute abdominal pain is a common presenting symptom that possesses a wide differential. Congenital internal hernias are a rare condition that often presents with abdominal pain and can lead to obstruction. Early diagnosis is often difficult and therefore can present acutely and in an emergent setting. Prompt recognition of symptoms and evaluation are important to prevent poor prognosis. We are presenting a case of a congenital internal hernia in a patient presenting with nonspecific symptoms. Prompt diagnosis and subsequent surgical intervention allowed for appropriate management and resolution of symptoms.

Publisher or Conference

Case Reports in Gastroenterology

Recommended Citation

Patel J, Hamedi A, El-Bahri J. Congenital Internal Hernia: Rare Cause of Acute Abdominal Pain. Case Rep Gastroenterol. 2021;15(3):791-4. doi: 10.1159/000518293