A novel technique to treat ruptured umbilical hernias in patients with liver cirrhosis and severe ascites

J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2003 Oct;13(5):331-2. doi: 10.1089/109264203769681745.

Abstract

The full-thickness skin erosion (rupture) of an umbilical hernia in a patient with end-stage liver disease can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Here, we present a case report of the use of a novel technique to treat a patient with this condition. The use of a fibrin-based tissue adhesive provides a means of managing such patients medically.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Ascites / complications
  • Ascites / drug therapy*
  • Fibrin Tissue Adhesive / therapeutic use*
  • Hepatitis C / drug therapy
  • Hernia, Umbilical / complications
  • Hernia, Umbilical / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Liver Cirrhosis / complications
  • Liver Cirrhosis / drug therapy*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Rupture, Spontaneous / drug therapy
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Tissue Adhesives / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Fibrin Tissue Adhesive
  • Tissue Adhesives