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August 18, 2025CureusOpen Access

Unusual Presentation of Acute Appendicitis: A Case Report of de Garengeot Hernia

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HHHovhannes HayrapetyanYZYiqiang ZhanDVDharshan Vummidi

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Overview

Case report reveals imaging features of de garengeot hernia in a 63-year-old woman, highlighting diagnostic challenges.

Key Points

  • Imaging findings showed an inflamed appendix in the femoral canal, prompting surgical evaluation.
  • Both ultrasound and CT were vital for identifying the rare herniated appendix in this case.
  • Surgical intervention confirmed a femoral hernia, emphasizing unique complications in diagnosis.
  • Accurate radiologic diagnosis is critical for effective surgical planning and positive patient outcomes.

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Hayrapetyan et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af453fad7bf08b1ead2d1dhttps://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.90397
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