Round ligament varices in pregnancy mimicking inguinal hernia: an ultrasound diagnosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of uncomplicated round ligament varices mimicking an irreducible inguinal hernia in the third trimester of pregnancy is presented. The clinical and ultrasound features, pathophysiology and the role of conservative management are discussed. Non-surgical treatment led to spontaneous regression after delivery.
Medical subject headings
- Hernia, Inguinal
- Pregnancy Complications
- Round Ligament of Uterus
- Ultrasonography, Prenatal
- Varicose Veins