title: Paracecal hernia: case report and review of the literature.
abstract: A case of paracecal hernia successfully treated operatively is described. Review of the literature revealed 145 previously reported cases. Our case is added. Pertinent anatomy predisposing to paracecal hernia is reviewed. Roentgenographic signs of paracecal hernia are presented. Clinical signs and symptoms are discussed.
mesh_terms: D002429:Cecal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D006547:Hernia / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D059685:Herniorrhaphy; D006801:Humans; D007082:Ileum; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011300:Preoperative Care; D011859:Radiography