Right post-traumatic diaphragmatic hernia with liver and intestinal dislocation.
C Sala1, M Bonaldi1, P Mariani2
1General Surgery Post-Graduation School, University of Milan, Milano, Italy.
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
|May 2, 2017
Summary
Delayed right diaphragmatic hernia is a rare consequence of abdominal trauma. Surgical repair led to successful recovery with no recurrence, highlighting effective management for this uncommon injury.
Area of Science:
- Trauma surgery
- Thoracic surgery
- Abdominal surgery
Background:
- Right diaphragmatic hernia is an uncommon injury resulting from abdominal trauma.
- Delayed presentation of traumatic diaphragmatic defects can occur, often presenting with respiratory symptoms.
Observation:
- A patient presented with a month of wheezing and cough, indicative of a potential diaphragmatic issue.
- Imaging revealed a significant defect in the diaphragm with herniation of abdominal organs into the chest.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) scan confirmed a large right diaphragmatic defect with liver and intestinal dislocation.
- Surgical intervention involved diaphragmatic repair to correct the hernia.
Implications:
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical repair are crucial for managing post-traumatic diaphragmatic hernias.
- Successful surgical outcomes with no recurrence suggest effective treatment protocols for this rare injury.
