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Laparoscopic Approach To Treat a Hydrocele of the Canal of Nuck: A Case Report.

Authors :
Alghofeali OK
Alwabel WK
Alharbi MA
Alhajress GI
Al Babtain IT
Source :
Cureus [Cureus] 2024 Sep 02; Vol. 16 (9), pp. e68475. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Sep 02 (Print Publication: 2024).
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The hydrocele of the canal of Nuck is a rare medical condition that usually affects females during childhood and early adulthood. It is considered the female homolog to the testicular hydrocele in males, as they share similar pathophysiology. The condition is often underreported and considered an incidental finding. On many occasions, it is mistakenly diagnosed and even managed as an inguinal hernia. The hydrocele of the canal of Nuck is usually managed surgically, either by open surgery or laparoscopy. In this case report, we will discuss the hydrocele of the canal of Nuck diagnosed in a young adult female and provide a background, case presentation, and thorough discussion.<br />Competing Interests: Human subjects: Consent was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work.<br /> (Copyright © 2024, Alghofeali et al.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2168-8184
Volume :
16
Issue :
9
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Cureus
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
39360093
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.68475