[Intrathoracic hernia after laparoscopic nephrectomy: clinical manifestation and conservative management]
C Frohme1, E M Walthers, A J Schrader
1Klinik für Urologie und Kinderurologie, Universitätsklinikum Giessen und Marburg GmbH - Standort Marburg, Baldingerstrasse, 35043, Marburg, Deutschland. frohme@med.uni-marburg.de
Der Urologe. Ausg. A
|September 18, 2009
Abstract:
Diaphragmatic hernia can be inborn as well as acquired. We report on the manifestation of an intrathoracic hernia after laparoscopic nephrectomy. Intraoperative and postoperative complications could make intense medical treatment or further surgery necessary. In cases of lasting abdominal discomfort or pulmonary symptoms after abdominal surgery, radiological investigation to exclude intrathoracic hernia should be considered.
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