Surgical treatment of a canal of Nuck cyst presenting as a femoral hernia: An unusual case report

Baig, Zarrukh; Hunka, N; Gaboury, Jeffrey

doi:10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.106435

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“…In this case report, we presented a 38-year-old female who was diagnosed intraoperatively with a right femoral hernia containing a canal of Nuck cyst. This presentation is considered the rarest form of this condition, with only one other case being reported in the literature with a similar diagnosis by Baig et al in a 70-year-old female [ 9 ].…”

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“…Preoperative imaging investigations may fail to detect the presence of a femoral hernia. Ultrasound imaging is unreliable for this condition, as stated by Baig et al [ 9 ]. The CT scan and MRI may also fail to detect a femoral hernia, as in our case.…”

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“…The author believes that the open approach is technically easier than the laparoscopic approach for the excision of the cyst and repair of the coexisting hernia, especially in surgeons with limited laparoscopic experience. As far as we know, there was only one published case report of a femoral hernia containing a canal of Nuck cyst, which was treated by cyst excision and repair of the femoral hernia [ 9 ].…”

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A Canal of Nuck Cyst Presented as a Femoral Hernia: A Rare Case Report With Diagnostic Dilemma

Elsayed,

Ibrahim,

Khatri

et al. 2024

Cureus

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A cyst of the canal of Nuck is an uncommon disorder in females. It results from the failure of obliteration of the peritoneal fold that runs along the round ligament. This case report details a unique and rare presentation of a 38-year-old female who presented with a right groin swelling. Although her preoperative images showed only the right canal of the Nuck cyst, the intraoperative diagnosis was established as a femoral hernia containing a canal of the Nuck cyst. She underwent an elective cyst excision with repair of the femoral hernia. She had an uneventful post-operative recovery. A femoral hernia that contains a cyst of the canal of Nuck is a rare manifestation of this uncommon condition. The most effective treatment options are surgical cyst excision and repair of the femoral hernia.

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A Canal of Nuck Cyst Presented as a Femoral Hernia: A Rare Case Report With Diagnostic Dilemma

Elsayed,

Ibrahim,

Khatri

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…Sala et al also documented a case of a giant cyst of the Nuck canal in a 17-year-old female who presented with a 10x4 cm mass arising from the labia majora [ 15 ]. Other reported cases of these hydroceles and cysts are included in (Table 1 ) [ 17 , 19 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 26 , 30 , 34 ].…”

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Contemporary Review of Masses in the Canal of Nuck

Tilva¹,

Tayade²,

Kanjiya³

2023

Cureus

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Canal of Nuck masses is a rare occurrence that can cause swelling in the abdominal-inguinal region of females for various reasons. This condition arises due to an abnormal persistence of the processus vaginalis opening. Although Canal of Nuck pathology is not widely known among general surgeons or gynecologists due to its rarity, it has been associated with significant morbidity and requires further research. In this comprehensive review, we aim to summarize the embryology and anatomy of the Canal of Nuck, followed by a description of the various types of masses that can occur in this region. We discuss the clinical presentation and diagnostic workup of Canal of Nuck masses, including imaging modalities and differential diagnoses. Next, we review the surgical management of these masses, including open and laparoscopic approaches. Finally, we discuss the potential complications and long-term outcomes associated with Canal of Nuck pathology. This review aims to compile the presently accessible literature on anomalies occurring in the Canal of Nuck in females, with a particular focus on describing their pathological nature, diagnosis, and management. In summary, this review provides an up-to-date understanding of the pathology, diagnosis, and management of Canal of Nuck masses and aims to raise awareness of this under-recognized surgical challenge among healthcare providers.

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“…Due to its rarity and limited awareness among physicians, misdiagnosis is common. 1,2 The classification commonly used for cysts of the canal of Nuck was established by Counseller and Black, who categorized them into three distinct types. 3 In our case we found a type 1 Nuck cyst.…”

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Nuck Cyst Presenting as a Recidive Inguinal Hernia: A Rare Case Treated in Plastic Surgery

Gesuete,

Molle,

Izzo

et al. 2023

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open

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Summary: The canal of Nuck is the female equivalent to the male processus vaginalis. Due to its rarity and the lack of awareness among physicians, a cyst in the canal of Nuck is a seldom-encountered entity in clinical practice and is commonly misdiagnosed. We report on a case of 42-year-old woman who presented with a painful swelling at her right groin and skin hypertrophy of the abdomen. The patient underwent successful open herniorrhaphy with excision of the cyst and mesh repair of the inguinal canal. The results were excellent both in the aesthetic and functional terms. In 1 month, there was a complete recovery with a return to social life. The 3-month healing score was 3 of 13 on the Vancouver Scar Scale. The technique is effective and reproducible. The patient’s aesthetic and functional outcomes were excellent. In the following 6 months of follow-up, there were no recurrences or late complications.

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Surgical treatment of a canal of Nuck cyst presenting as a femoral hernia: An unusual case report

Cited by 5 publications

References 9 publications

A Canal of Nuck Cyst Presented as a Femoral Hernia: A Rare Case Report With Diagnostic Dilemma

A Canal of Nuck Cyst Presented as a Femoral Hernia: A Rare Case Report With Diagnostic Dilemma

Contemporary Review of Masses in the Canal of Nuck

Nuck Cyst Presenting as a Recidive Inguinal Hernia: A Rare Case Treated in Plastic Surgery

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