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Laparoscopic Repair of Giant Bochdalek Hernia in Adults
Federico Moser1, Franco José Signorini1, Pablo Sergio Maldonado1
11 Hospital Privado Universitario de Córdoba , Córdoba, Argentina .
Introduction:
Bochdalek hernia is a congenital diaphragmatic defect that results from improper fusion of the septum transversum and the pleuroperitoneal folds. It rarely persists asymptomatic until adulthood. The reported incidence is as low as 0.17%. Surgical repair of the defect can be performed through the abdomen or through the chest, and in both cases open or through laparoscopy/thoracoscopy.
Case Report:
We present 2 cases of fully laparoscopic repair of giant Bochdalek hernia in adults. In both cases we used a GORE® DUALMESH® and we had neither complications nor recurrence. It is worthy of mention that hernia sac was not found in any of the cases. This has been described as a distinct characteristic that confirms diagnosis.
Conclusion:
Bochdalek hernia in the adult is a rare entity that requires surgical treatment to avoid complications. CT scan of the abdomen and chest with oral and IV contrast is the gold standard for diagnosis.
