Preoperative Progressive Pneumoperitoneum for Giant Inguinal Hernia: Useful Adjunct Prior to Surgical Management

Abstract

Giant inguinal hernias pose a significant challenge in surgical management, with the main risk of hernial sac reduction being abdominal compartment syndrome. Different therapeutic approaches have been described in literature. We present the case of a 61-year-old male patient who presented with giant inguinal hernia who was treated with preoperative progressive pneumoperitoneum followed by open tension-free mesh hernioplasty, with no postoperative complications.

Keywords

hernia - abdominal compartment syndrome - pneumatic adhesiolysis

Publication History

Article published online:
13 June 2025

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