Laparoscopic repair of ureterosciatic hernia

Urology. 1999 Oct;54(4):730-3. doi: 10.1016/s0090-4295(99)00199-5.

Abstract

Ureterosciatic herniation is a rare benign event that can mimic diverticulosis or irritable bowel syndrome. This entity has been managed by a number of open surgical techniques. Laparoscopic repair of this entity enabled us to identify the defect, interpose mesh, and obliterate the hernia defect with minimal morbidity. This represents the first report of laparoscopic repair of a ureterosciatic hernia.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Herniorrhaphy
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Sacrum
  • Ureteral Diseases / surgery*