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Chilaiditi's syndrome and obesity.

J M Murphy¹, A Maibaum, G Alexander

¹Department of Radiology, Addenbrooke's Hospital and University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK.

Clinical Anatomy (New York, N.Y.)

|May 8, 2000

Summary

Obesity may contribute to Chilaiditi's syndrome, a condition where the intestine is found above the diaphragm. This study suggests increased intra-abdominal fat in obese individuals, particularly men, may play a role in its development.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Radiology
Human Anatomy

Background:

Hepatodiaphragmatic interposition (HDI), also known as Chilaiditi's syndrome, is more common in elderly males.
The exact cause of HDI remains unclear.
Intra-abdominal fat deposition may widen the space between the liver and colon, potentially contributing to HDI.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the association between obesity and the occurrence of Chilaiditi's syndrome.
To explore potential reasons for the higher prevalence of HDI in men.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of 850 abdominal CT scans.
Identification of patients with hepatodiaphragmatic interposition (HDI) of the colon or small intestine.
Recording of current and highest past Body Mass Index (BMI) for identified patients.

Main Results:

Ten cases of Chilaiditi's syndrome were identified among 850 CT examinations.
Eight out of ten patients diagnosed with HDI were male.
A significant proportion of patients with HDI had a history of elevated BMI, with five having a BMI >28.5 and three between 25-27.5.

Conclusions:

Obesity is suggested as a potential causative factor in the development of Chilaiditi's syndrome.
Differences in intra-abdominal fat distribution between sexes may explain the higher incidence of HDI in men.

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