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Review
. 2002 Apr;23(2):156-73.
doi: 10.1016/s0887-2171(02)90002-8.

Inguinal hernias: MRI and ultrasound

Jos C van den Berg  1
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Inguinal hernias: MRI and ultrasound

Jos C van den Berg. Semin Ultrasound CT MR. 2002 Apr.

Abstract

This article presents an overview of the key anatomic structures of the groin region as seen on gross anatomy and the appearance of these structures on ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). An overview of the sonographic and MRI techniques used in preoperative diagnosis of inguinal hernias is provided, and their value is discussed. Finally, the role of ultrasound and MRI after surgical inguinal hernia repair is addressed.

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