Obturator hernia is a rare type of pelvic
hernia which accounts for less than 1% of all
abdominal hernias. It generally occurs in
elderly emaciated
patients with accompanying
diseases. Because it is difficult to
diagnose before
surgery, the
morbidity and
mortality rates for
obturator hernia are high. The most common clinical symptom is strangulation combined with mechanical
intestinal obstruction. Abdominal CT scan can precisely confirm the
diagnosis and early surgical intervention is essential for better outcome.