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Clinical deterioration necessitated urgent exploratory laparotomy, which revealed a strangulated segment of small bowel extending into the inguinal canal. Bowel resection with primary anastomosis was performed. Further exploration demonstrated complete gangrene of the spermatic cord and testis, requiring right orchiectomy. The patient developed postoperative pulmonary embolism and partial small bowel obstruction, which were managed successfully with multidisciplinary care. He was discharged in stable condition. 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