Direct inguinal hernia containing bladder carcinoma: A case report and review of the literature

doi:10.1016/j.ijscr.2014.01.007

International Journal of Surgery Case Reports

Volume 5, Issue 4, 2014, Pages 180-182

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Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Inguinal hernia containing bladder carcinoma is a very rare occurrence.

PRESENTATION OF CASE

We report a case of a male patient who presented with a left groin hernia containing an irregular mass. The hernia was repaired without the use of mesh and a partial cystectomy was done.

DISCUSSION

Only 1–3% of all inguinal hernias involve the bladder, with very few reports containing a carcinoma.

CONCLUSION

Treatment consists of removing the tumor and repairing the hernia.

Keywords

Inguinal hernia

Bladder carcinoma