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Amyand’s hernia: case report and literature review

Int J Res Med Sci. 2025;13(9):3805-3807.DOI10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20252796

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Abstract

Amyand's hernia is the eponym for a cecal appendix-whether inflamed or not-incarcerated within the sac of an inguinal hernia. This type of hernia is uncommon, occurring in approximately 0.5-1% of all inguinal hernias, and most cases are found in children.

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  1. Surgical Department in Hospital General de Zona 86, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Uruapan, Michoacán, México
  2. INSTITUTO MEXICANO DEL SEGURO SOCIAL

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