Presentation
Past history of injury with pain and swelling for 6 months.
Patient Data
Age: 45 years
Gender: Male
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Medial protrusion of tibialis anterior muscle noted through a fascial defect of about 18mm in the mid-leg, herniating across the anterior crest of the tibia. Fatty replacement of herniated muscle segment noted.
From the case:
Tibialis anterior muscle hernia
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CT scan showing tibialis anterior muscle hernia with fatty replacement.
Case Discussion
Muscle hernias are commonly found in lower extremities. Tibialis anterior muscle hernias are found most frequently due to the vulnerability of its fascia to trauma usually producing a focal bulge.