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Chilaiditi syndrome: A rare case report.
Salma Salman1, Rehlish Faraz1, Shayan Aslam1
1Department of Medicine, Dow University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|December 11, 2025
Summary
Chilaiditi syndrome, a rare condition where the colon is between the liver and diaphragm, was diagnosed in an elderly woman with abdominal pain. Conservative management led to her recovery, highlighting the need for clinical awareness.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Gastroenterology
- Abdominal Imaging
Background:
- Advancements in radiology increase incidental findings, aiding diagnosis of rare conditions.
- Chilaiditi syndrome is a rare condition affecting approximately 0.28% of the population.
- This syndrome involves the interposition of the transverse colon between the liver and diaphragm.
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