Right paraduodenal hernia

Case contributed by Faeze Salahshour
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Acute upper abdominal pain and peroral intolerance

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Scot view of the CT scan depicts increased tissue density in the right paramedian of the mid-abdomen

ct

A mass-like soft tissue density is noted in the right postero-lateral of the pancreatic head displaces it anteriorly. On lower images, it becomes clear that the mass-like soft tissue is a cluster of small bowel loops in an unusual location. Findings could be suggestive of right para-duodenal hernia.

Case Discussion

The patient left the hospital despite advising for admission and further investigation.

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