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A Richter hernia occurs when the antimesenteric wall of the intestine protrudes throgh a defect in the abdominal wall. If such a herniation becomes necrotic and is subsequently reduced during hernia repair, perforation and peritonitis may result.[1]
References
- ^ Crabtree, TD. "General Surgery." Board Review Series, LWW&W, 2000, pp220