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Bilateral congenital Morgagni-Larrey's hernia
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Maternity and Children Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia. ahalsalem@hotmail.com
World Journal of Pediatrics : WJP
|February 10, 2010
Summary
Congenital Morgagni-Larrey
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Abnormalities
- Hernia Repair
Background:
- Congenital Morgagni-Larrey's hernia (CMLH) is a rare condition.
- Bilateral CMLH often presents with associated anomalies and diagnostic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review cases of bilateral CMLH.
- Evaluate presentation, associated anomalies, diagnostic difficulties, and treatment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 8 children with bilateral CMLH (1989-2007).
- Analysis of patient demographics, symptoms, anomalies, diagnosis, surgical findings, and outcomes.
Main Results:
- All 8 patients had associated anomalies (e.g., congenital heart disease, Down's syndrome).
- Bilaterality was often diagnosed intraoperatively.
- Transabdominal repair was successful in all patients, with one recurrence.
Conclusions:
- Preoperative diagnosis of bilateral CMLH can be challenging.
- CT scans aid in diagnosing bilateral hernias.
- Transabdominal approach is recommended for repair and correction of associated conditions.
