Rare presentation of paraduodenal hernia: two comprehensive case reports and a review of literature from a single-center experience

Journal of Surgical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Abdullah S Al-Darwish, Muath Alasheikh, Alaa Altowaijeri, Aya K AlDayel, Mohammed N AlAli, Muath Alrashed, Saud K Aldeghaither, Mohamed S Essa
DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjag039
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Abstract

Paraduodenal hernia is a rare congenital internal hernia and an uncommon cause of small bowel obstruction (SBO). We report two cases from a single center: a 48-year-old female with a left-sided hernia presenting with SBO and a postoperative pulmonary embolism, and a 24-year-old male with a right-sided hernia complicated by bowel ischemia requiring right hemicolectomy. Both cases were diagnosed preoperatively using abdominal computed tomography and managed surgically with favorable outcomes. Paraduodenal hernias account for

Fields of Study & Subjects

Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
Volume
2026
Issue
2
Pages
rjag039–rjag039
Publication date
17 January 2026
Language
EN