Pericecal herniation of sigmoid colon diagnosed by computed tomography: Two case reports

Laparoscopic management of a small bowel obstruction caused by an unusual pericecal hernia: Case report

INTRODUCTION

Pericecal hernia is a rare type of internal hernia and may present with unspecific signs and symptoms. Thus, preoperative recognition of pericecal hernias can be challenging and difficult.

CASE PRESENTATION

We present a case of pericecal hernia in a rare location that was managed laparoscopically. A 63-year-old medically free gentleman presented to the emergency room with clinical and radiographic evidence of small bowel obstruction. An abdominal computed tomographic scan showed diffuse small bowel dilation and a transitional zone at the distal illeal loop near the ileocecal junction. The patient was admitted and started on conservative management. Two days later, there was no improvement in the patient's situation, and the patient underwent laparoscopic exploration where part of the distal ileum was seen going through a mesenteric defect superior to the ileocecal valve. The herniated bowel was reduced, and the hernia orifice was closed with sutures. The patient was discharged at day 9 postoperatively with excellent clinical and radiographic findings during the postoperative period.

DISCUSSION

Pericecal hernia in the superior ileocecal recess is the least common location for this type of hernia. Previously, laparoscopic management of small bowel obstruction was not recommended. However, recent evidence has shown excellent outcomes of laparoscopic management of pericecal hernia.

CONCLUSION

In pericecal hernia, having a high index of suspicion may help prevent delayed diagnosis and management. Laparoscopic exploration is a safe and acceptable modality for the diagnosis and treatment of small bowel obstruction due to pericecal hernias.

Small bowel obstruction caused by pericaecal hernia resolved with a laparoscopic approach

Small bowel obstruction from internal hernias is a familiar pathology for the surgeon, with an incidence of 0.5-5.8%. However, pericaecal hernia is a very uncommon type of internal hernia. Diagnosis and early treatment are essential to avoid strangulation and necrosis of the incarcerated small bowel. We report a case of an 84-year-old woman with no previous history of abdominal surgery who came to our hospital having endured 6 hours of abdominal pain and vomiting. Following physical examination and computed tomography, a diagnosis of small bowel obstruction caused by pericaecal hernia was made and emergency surgery was performed. The hernia was successfully reduced with a laparoscopic approach. Although pericaecal hernia is a rare disease, surgeons should bear it in mind as a differential diagnosis in small bowel obstruction.

Intestinal obstruction caused by pericecal internal herniation

Intestinal obstruction caused by pericecal internal herniation are rare and only described in a few cases. This case describes an 80-year-old man presented with acute abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, with no prior surgical history. Computed tomography was performed and showed a closed loop short bowel obstruction in the right lower quadrant and ascites. Laparoscopy revealed pericecal internal hernia. This is a viscous protrusion through a defect in the peritoneal cavity. Current operative treatment modalities include minimally invasive surgery. Laparoscopic repair of internal herniation is possible and feasible in experienced hands. It must be included in the differential diagnoses of every patient who presents with abdominal pain. When diagnosed act quick and thorough and expeditiously. Treatment preference should be a laparoscopic procedure.