Two cases of spontaneous rupture of an umbilical hernia, a rare complication of portal hypertension
<p>Portal hypertension is a severe complication of liver cirrhosis frequently leading to formation of ascites. We describe two patients that presented with a spontaneous rupture of an umbilical hernia, a rare complication of liver cirrhosis. Umbilical hernia itself however is a common complica...
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Archives of Clinical Gastroenterology - Peertechz Publications,
2017-08-28.
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| Summary: | <p>Portal hypertension is a severe complication of liver cirrhosis frequently leading to formation of ascites. We describe two patients that presented with a spontaneous rupture of an umbilical hernia, a rare complication of liver cirrhosis. Umbilical hernia itself however is a common complication of portal hypertension occurring in about 20% of the patients. In general, umbilical hernias in patients with liver cirrhosis warrant elective surgical repair, in a center of expertise with liver cirrhosis, after optimal management of ascites.</p> |
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| DOI: | 10.17352/2455-2283.000043 |