Female pediatric inguinal hernia: uterine deviation toward the hernia side
ConclusionThe incidence of uterine deviation toward the hernia side was statistically significant. It is important to recognize that female pediatric inguinal hernia repair carries an increased risk of ovarian and fallopian tube damage, because these appendages are close to the hernia orifice as a result of the uterine deviation.
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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