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Intrapericardial diaphragmatic hernia: report of 2 cases with prenatal diagnosis

Ibrahim Halil Kalelioğlu1, Burçin Karamustafaoğlu, Recep Has

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Capa, Fatih, 34093 Istanbul, Turkey.

Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine : Official Journal of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
|October 24, 2012
PubMed

Insights

Intrapericardial diaphragmatic hernia is a rare congenital defect. This report details two prenatal diagnoses of this condition, aiding in early detection and management.

Area of Science:

  • Perinatology
  • Congenital Abnormalities
  • Pediatric Surgery

Background:

  • Intrapericardial diaphragmatic hernia (IPDH) is an extremely rare congenital anomaly.
  • Few cases are documented in medical literature, highlighting its rarity.
  • The condition involves a triad of massive pericardial effusion, pulmonary compression, and liver herniation into the pericardium.

Observation:

  • Two cases of IPDH were diagnosed prenatally.
  • Diagnosis occurred within an obstetrics and gynecology unit.
  • Prenatal identification allows for timely intervention planning.

Findings:

  • The study presents two cases of intrapericardial diaphragmatic hernias.
  • Both cases were successfully diagnosed during prenatal examinations.
  • This highlights the potential for prenatal detection of this rare condition.

Implications:

  • Early prenatal diagnosis of IPDH is crucial for planning management.
  • Improved understanding of IPDH can lead to better patient outcomes.
  • This case series contributes to the limited literature on IPDH.

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