Ultrasound diagnosis of an inguinal meshoma complicated by cutaneous fistula: a case report

Key Points

• To illustrate the role of ultrasound in diagnosing a meshoma and associated complications following inguinal hernia repair.
• Case report detailing ultrasound examination techniques and findings.
• Assessment of mesh folding and fistulous tracts detected via imaging.
• Description of surgical management approach based on ultrasound results.
• Ultrasound successfully visualized the mesh folding and associated fistulous tracts.
• Prompt identification of the meshoma facilitated timely surgical intervention.
• The case underscores the effectiveness of ultrasound as a first-line diagnostic tool.