Breaking Bad: Spontaneous Rupture of Incisional Hernia

Cureus. 2024 Mar 12;16(3):e56009. doi: 10.7759/cureus.56009. eCollection 2024 Mar.

Abstract

Spontaneous bowel evisceration from a ruptured, long-standing abdominal wall hernia is a very rare complication with significant morbidity and mortality, usually occurring in incisional or recurrent groin hernias. In this case report, we elucidate an unexpected scenario of spontaneous incisional hernia rupture leading to bowel evisceration, detailing the clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, and surgical management. By highlighting this rare complication, we emphasise the significance of vigilance in monitoring hernia patients and the necessity of expedited surgical intervention to prevent complications, optimise outcomes, and minimise morbidity.

Keywords: abdomen ventral hernia; abdominal wall surgery; evisceration via incisional hernia; incisional hernia; spontaneous rupture of incisional hernia.

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  • Case Reports