Abstract
‘Handlebar hernia' is the name given to a specific type of traumatic abdominal wall
hernia (TAWH). It is an uncommon injury, caused by impact of the abdominal wall against
a blunt object, often bicycle handlebars. We present a case of handelbar hernia, discuss
its investigation and treatment and suggest that immediate surgical repair may not
always be required.
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Article info
Publication history
Accepted:
December 19,
2007
Received in revised form:
November 28,
2007
Received:
August 22,
2007
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© 2008 Published by Elsevier Inc.
