Giant Encapsulated Anterior Abdominal Wall Haematoma Complicating Mesh Incisional Hernia Repair: Challenges of Management in a High-Risk Term Pregnancy in a Low Resource Setting
Abstract:Giant encapsulated haematoma of the anterior abdominal wall is an unusual complication of mesh incisional hernia repair. The commonest symptoms are swelling and pain. It can be diagnosed with ultrasonography and Computed Tomography (CT) scan. The objective of this case report is to illustrate the challenges of management of a complex pathology in a high-risk term pregnancy.
In this case report, a 28-year-old morbidly obese multiparous woman with two previous ventral wall hernia repairs and two previous caesari… Show more
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