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ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2025

A rare case of Amyand's hernia with a perforated appendix in a 1-month-old male: a case report.

Jackson Kakooza, Cornerious Ssekiwala, Mohamed Saleban Jama, Lionel Simba Musafiri, Prosper Akankwasa, Catherine R Lewis

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Jackson KakoozaDepartment of Surgery, Kampala International University Western Campus, Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Cornerious SsekiwalaDepartment of Surgery, Kampala International University Western Campus, Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Mohamed Saleban JamaDepartment of Surgery, Kampala International University Western Campus, Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Lionel Simba MusafiriDepartment of Surgery, Kampala International University Western Campus, Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Prosper AkankwasaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kampala International University Western Campus, F46V+MW2, Ishaka Bushenyi, Uganda.
Catherine R LewisDepartment of Surgery, St. Joseph's Hospital Kitovu, Masaka, Uganda.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8434-178X

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Abstract

Amyand's hernia, defined as the presence of the vermiform appendix within an inguinal hernia sac, is a rare condition, particularly in neonates. This report describes a 1-month-old preterm male presenting with scrotal swelling, vomiting, watery stools, and excessive crying. Examination revealed abdominal distension and an irreducible, tender right groin swelling, initially diagnosed as an obstructed inguinal hernia. Intraoperative findings confirmed a perforated appendix within the hernia sac, necessitating appendectomy and herniotomy. The patient recovered uneventfully, resuming feeding within 24 h and being discharged 48 h postoperatively with normal bowel function. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges and successful surgical management of perforated Amyand's hernia in a neonate, highlighting the importance of prompt intervention to prevent complications.

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Amyand’s herniacase reportneonateperforated appendix

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PMCPMC12622217

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