Obturator hernia. Embryology, anatomy, and surgical applications

Surg Clin North Am. 2000 Feb;80(1):71-84. doi: 10.1016/s0039-6109(05)70398-4.

Abstract

Obturator hernia is a rare clinical entity. In most cases, it produces small bowel obstruction with high morbidity and mortality. The embryology, anatomy, clinical picture, diagnosis, and surgery are presented in detail.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Hernia, Obturator / embryology
  • Hernia, Obturator / pathology
  • Hernia, Obturator / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Ileal Diseases / embryology
  • Ileal Diseases / pathology
  • Ileal Diseases / surgery
  • Intestinal Obstruction / embryology
  • Intestinal Obstruction / pathology
  • Intestinal Obstruction / surgery
  • Laparoscopy
  • Male
  • Pelvic Bones / embryology
  • Pelvic Bones / pathology