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Facilitation of open spigelian hernia repair by laparoscopic location of the hernial defect

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A spigelian hernia is an uncommon entity. The diagnosis and location of this disorder often is difficult. We present a case in which the hernia could not be located at the time of operation, despite exploration. Laparoscopy performed subsequently enabled location and repair of the hernia under direct visualization, with good results. Laparoscopy is advocated as an adjunct to the diagnosis and treatment of spigelian hernia.

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  1. Department of Surgery, University of Adelaide, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville Road, Woodville, South Australia 5011

    H. Iswariah, M. Metcalfe, C. P. Morrison & G. J. Maddern

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Iswariah, H., Metcalfe, M., Morrison, C. et al. Facilitation of open spigelian hernia repair by laparoscopic location of the hernial defect . Surg Endosc 17, 832 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-002-4276-4

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