title: Obstructive jaundice due to foramen of Winslow hernia: a case report.
abstract: An unusual case of obstructive jaundice due to foramen of Winslow hernia is presented. The hernia re-entered into the general peritoneal cavity through the lesser omentum and this appeared to be important in the pathogenesis of jaundice in this patient. Accurate pre-operative diagnosis of this uncommon condition remains difficult despite the advent of modern imaging techniques such as computerized tomography. Optimal outcome demands a high index of suspicion and early surgical intervention, together with operative measures to prevent future recurrence. The pathoanatomy of caecal herniation through the foramen of Winslow is also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
authors.forename: J J
authors.initials: JJ
authors.lastname: Tjandra
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Collier
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002779:Cholestasis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006555:Hernia, Ventral / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D010529:Peritoneal Cavity; D011859:Radiography