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A simple technique for thoracoscopic treatment of diaphragmatic eventration
Thomas Michael Shary1, André Hebra
1Department of Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29425, USA.
Abstract:
True diaphragmatic eventration is a rare congenital defect that is most commonly asymptomatic, but can result in dyspnea and recurrent respiratory infections. Advancements in endoscopic technology and technique have resulted in minimally invasive methods for repair of this defect with pronounced benefit when compared to the open thoracotomy. We report a case in which a two year old male who suffered from recurrent respiratory infections was found to have unilateral right diaphragmatic eventration that underwent plication utilizing thoracoscopy and cutting endostaplers with Peri-strips. This procedure was followed by a remarkably fast recovery and discharge, improved radiological findings, and a reprieve from respiratory infection.
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