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Spontaneous Lung Herniation From a Stubborn Cough
Kush Kapadia1, Samuel Yoon1, Sapna Bhatia2
1Department of Internal Medicine Sunrise Health GME Consortium, HCA Healthcare Las Vegas Nevada USA.
Respirology Case Reports
|April 20, 2026
Summary
Spontaneous intercostal lung herniation is a rare condition caused by persistent coughing. Early diagnosis with CT scans and surgical repair are crucial for managing this condition.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Pulmonology
- Medical Diagnostics
Background:
- Spontaneous intercostal herniation of the lung (SLIH) is a rare condition.
- It results from persistent coughing, causing lung tissue to protrude through the chest wall.
- SLIH presents with varied symptoms and lacks standardized diagnostic and treatment protocols.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of spontaneous intercostal lung herniation.
- To highlight the diagnostic and management strategies for SLIH.
- To emphasize the importance of early recognition and intervention.
Main Methods:
- A case study of a middle-aged male with SLIH.
- Diagnostic imaging using computed tomography (CT).
- Surgical repair of the anterolateral left lung herniation.
Main Results:
- The patient presented with a left lung herniation between the 7th and 8th ribs.
- Computed tomography (CT) facilitated early diagnosis.
- Surgical intervention was successfully performed.
Conclusions:
- Spontaneous intercostal herniation of the lung requires prompt diagnosis and management.
- Computed tomography (CT) is valuable for early identification.
- Surgical repair can mitigate potential complications and reduce morbidity.
Keywords:
SLIH (spontaneous intercostal lung herniation)computed tomographycoughmesh repairthoracotomyMore Related Videos
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