Multiple concurrent bilateral groin hernias in a single patient; a case report and a review of uncommon groin hernias: A possible source of persistent pain after successful repair

Introduction The wide use of laparoscopy for groin hernia repair has unveiled “hidden hernias” silently residing in this area. During the open repair of the presenting hernia, the surgeon was often unaware of these occult hernias. These patients postoperatively may present with unexplained chronic groin or pelvic pain.