Emergency laparoscopic repair of left paraduodenal hernia in a young man: a case report - Takeaways - MDSpire

Emergency laparoscopic repair of left paraduodenal hernia in a young man: a case report

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  • Song Geng

  • Hong Jiang

  • Guole Nie

  • Longlong Geng

  • Tao Hao

  • July 15, 2026

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    Paraduodenal hernia (PDH) is a rare congenital intra-abdominal hernia often misdiagnosed due to nonspecific symptoms.

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    A 26-year-old male presented with abdominal pain and was diagnosed with left PDH via CT imaging.

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    Emergency laparoscopic surgery was performed, involving hernia ring release and intestinal reduction, with successful recovery.

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    Enhanced CT is the gold standard for diagnosing PDH, while laparoscopic surgery minimizes trauma and improves recovery.

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    Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for improving outcomes in patients with PDH.

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