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Delayed Strangulated Right Diaphragmatic Hernia after Retroperitoneal Tumor Resection with Hepatectomy: A Case Report
Naoki Kawahara1, Wataru Takayama1, Koji Morishita1
1Trauma and Acute Critical Care Center, Institute of Science Tokyo Hospital, Tokyo, Japan.
Delayed diaphragmatic hernias after hepatectomy are rare but serious complications. This case highlights a strangulated hernia developing years post-surgery, emphasizing the need for prompt diagnosis and intervention to prevent life-threatening outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Abdominal Surgery
Background:
- Delayed iatrogenic diaphragmatic hernias are uncommon after abdominal surgery.
- Hepatectomy increases the risk of diaphragmatic hernia development.
- These hernias can present with delayed latency and progress to emergencies like bowel strangulation.
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