Mimics of inguinal hernia in pregnancy: round ligament varicosities

I Sam LOI ； Chin Wan LEONG ； Jose COSTA MAIA

《澳門醫學雜誌》 11卷1期 (2024/01) Pp. 103-107

https://doi.org/10.30224/MMJ.202401_11(1).0015

摘要

Round ligament varicosities (RLV) are more commonly seen in pregnant women than in the general population and pose diagnostic challenges as they are not easily distinguishable from inguinal hernias. This case report highlights the RLV anatomy and their significance in pregnancy, relevant clinical features, imaging characteristics and potential complications. We aim to raise awareness of RLV in order to avoid unnecessary surgical procedures.

關鍵字

Round ligament varicosities ； Inguinal mass in pregnancy ； Inguinal hernia