Hernia of tibialis anterior muscle - bilateral

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Complaining of bilateral mid-leg swelling or bulge with pain for past 2 weeks.

Patient Data

Age: 45 years
Gender: Male

At the site of swelling/bulge pointed, there is a defect in the fascia with herniation of underlying muscle through it. Herniated muscle appears more hypoechoic than normal muscle echo pattern.

  • right leg defect - 8 mm
  • left leg defect - 6 mm

There is no collection or other local mass lesion.

Case Discussion

Findings of bilateral tibialis anterior muscle hernia at the site of swelling pointed to by patient.

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