Transomental internal hernia involving the splenic flexure

Discussion:

An uncommon type of internal hernia caused by transomental herniation of the splenic flexure, with some component of adhesions based on the operative note. The angulated, narrowed appearance of the bowel indicates some degree of internal herniation and/or adhesions causing this obstruction. Gastrografin enema was performed preoperatively which confirmed colonic obstruction as no contrast passed retrograde beyond the splenic flexure. 

Operative note (edited excerpt):  "... A laparoscope was placed through the port and attention turned to the left upper quadrant where we identified an internal hernia of the transverse colon just proximal to the splenic flexure.  The colon appeared viable but was caught in the omentum of the transverse colon.  A decision was made to attempt to reduce this laparoscopically and several more laparoscopic ports were placed...using atraumatic graspers, we were able to identify an internal hernia equivalent caused by adhesions of the omentum.  We were able to free up a portion of the omentum using the harmonic scalpel and divide it.  After the division of the omentum, we were able to reduce the hernia..."

    Create a new playlist
Loading...