Abstract
We present a case report and comprehensive literature review of pediatric traumatic abdominal wall hernia caused by a blow from a bicycle handlebar. Traumatic abdominal wall hernia is a rare complication of bicycle handlebar injury. An awareness of this entity will help prevent a missed diagnosis. Operative repair is met with good outcome.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1642-1645 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Pediatric Surgery |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bicycle handlebar injury
- Handlebar hernia
- Pediatric
- Traumatic abdominal wall hernia