Internal hernia through an orifice of the broad ligament of the uterus
Natalini, G.; Trancanelli, V.; Gerli, P.; Castori, A.C.; Leone De Magistris, C.; Sfondalmondo, S.; Corinaldesi, D.
Minerva Chirurgica 35(17): 1359-1362
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4733 PMID: 7231722 Document Number: 164589
A case of hernia-induced occlusion of the small intestine through an orifice of the broad ligament of the uterus is reported. After reviewing the literature, the pathogenetic aspects are considered, with reference to the congenital or acquired origin of the defect. Clinically, the most significant factors for diagnosis are the patient's multipara condition, previous obstetrico-gynaecological operations, signs of mechanical type intestinal occlusion and palpation of a parauterine mass. Surgical treatment involves straightforward mechanical ileus with repair of the occluding orifice.