Presentation
Palpable nodule in mid antero-lateral aspect of leg for last few months.
Patient Data
Age: 15 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Muscle hernia - tibialis anterior
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A defect is noted in fascia covering tibialis anterior muscle.
A perforating vessel is noted passing through defect.
Muscle hernia is seen through defect. With compression, hernia regresses.
Case Discussion
Findings favor muscle hernia at site of fascial perforation by a vessel.