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. 1981 May;57(667):306–307. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.57.667.306

Appendix abscess in a femoral hernial sac — case report and review of the literature

R M Watkins
PMCID: PMC2424938  PMID: 7301670

Abstract

The case of an appendix abscess situated in a rightsided femoral hernial sac is reported. The aetiology, diagnosis and treatment of this rare condition are discussed.

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