Current concepts in Falciform ligament hernia diagnosis and treatment. A systematic review - PubMed
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- #Internal hernia
- #Surgical treatment
- #Falciform ligament hernia
- Falciform ligament hernia (FLH) is a rare internal hernia with ambiguous symptoms.
- Diagnosis is challenging; CT scans are useful but definitive diagnosis often occurs during surgery.
- Causes include congenital factors (70%) and acquired elements like previous surgeries (28%) or injuries (2%).
- Small bowel involvement is common (78% of cases).
- Treatment is exclusively surgical, with laparoscopy preferred for faster recovery and better visualization.
- Emergency laparotomy was performed in 70% of patients, while 28% underwent laparoscopy.
- Severe complications like bowel ischemia may require open surgery.
- Prompt surgical intervention is crucial for positive outcomes and reduced morbidity.