Garengeot hernia: Is there a challenge in accurate diagnosis?

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Introduction: Garengeot's hernia is a condition that is difficult to diagnose. Objective: to reflect on the difficulties in diagnosing Garengeot's hernia. Method: a systematic review was used using databases enshrined in the Health Science literature. Discussion: the diagnosis of Garengeot's Hernia can be an arduous task, even with the use of physical, ultrasound, laboratory, and imaging examinations; this is because these tests may not be able to accurately confirm the diagnosis of this rare condition. Conclusion: Although computed tomography has high sensitivity and specificity, it is possible that, in some circumstances, it does not provide an accurate diagnosis of the referred pathology.

DOI:https://doi.org/10.56238/devopinterscie-164