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Claude S, Vincent D, Clothilde P, Gauthé M. Functional intra thoracic kidney due to Bochdalek hernia detected in [ 18F]FDG PET/CT performed for lung cancer staging. Eur J Nucl Med Mol Imaging 2025:10.1007/s00259-025-07343-7. [PMID: 40387908 DOI: 10.1007/s00259-025-07343-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2025] [Accepted: 05/06/2025] [Indexed: 05/20/2025]
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- Soler Claude
- Nuclear Medicine Scintep, 21 rue Dr Hermite, 38000, Grenoble, France
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- Department of Thoracic and Endocrine Surgery, Hôpital Nord, CHUGA, Bd de la Chantourne, 38700, La Tronche, France
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- Nuclear Medicine Scintep, 21 rue Dr Hermite, 38000, Grenoble, France
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- Nuclear Medicine Scintep, 21 rue Dr Hermite, 38000, Grenoble, France.
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Scagliola R, Fornaro R, Seitun S. Extracardiac Compression by Gastrointestinal Structures: A Comprehensive Anthology From the Literature. Cardiol Res Pract 2025; 2025:5871029. [PMID: 40313649 PMCID: PMC12043395 DOI: 10.1155/crp/5871029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 03/23/2025] [Accepted: 04/02/2025] [Indexed: 05/03/2025] Open
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Extrinsic heart compression by gastrointestinal (GI) structures is an often underrecognized finding in clinical practice. It is potentially related to unpredictable clinical conditions, ranging from incidental detection in asymptomatic subjects, to deranging and potentially life-threatening clinical manifestations. However, despite its potential clinical relevance, there is still no comprehensive analysis investigating the surrounding causes, clinical findings, and diagnostic imaging work-up for this patient population. A narrative review with an extensive bibliographic search of the literature was performed using PubMed (MEDLINE), Embase, and Cochrane Central Databases up to December 31, 2023. Despite the broad spectrum of GI etiologies, clinical manifestations, and cardiac chamber involvement scenarios, physicians must be aware of such an uncommon condition, in order to provide timely diagnosis through a comprehensive imaging approach, avoid misleading interpretations, and determine the most appropriate decision-making strategy.
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- Department of Surgical Sciences and Integrated Diagnostics, University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy
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- Radiology Division, San Martino Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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Sóti Á, Nagy G, Győri Z, Vass T, Hetzman L, Fenyves BG, Varga C. Tension pneumothorax from large bowel herniation and perforation as a late presentation of traumatic diaphragmatic hernia during pregnancy: a case report. Int J Emerg Med 2025; 18:40. [PMID: 40033229 DOI: 10.1186/s12245-025-00843-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2025] [Indexed: 03/05/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND Diaphragmatic hernias can be congenital or acquired, with trauma being the primary cause of the latter. Both types may have delayed presentations, with abdominal organs protruding into the thoracic cavity, causing symptoms of varying severity. Pregnancy can sometimes precipitate the condition. Tension pneumothorax resulting from bowel perforation into the thorax is exceptionally rare, with only a few cases reported. To the best of the authors knowledge, this is the third documented case of a late-presenting trauma-related diaphragmatic hernia during pregnancy, complicated by tension pneumothorax. CASE PRESENTATION A 30-year-old woman, 29 weeks pregnant, was referred to Semmelweis University emergency department with moderate dyspnea. Initial investigation revealed tension pneumothorax. Chest tube placement released air, pus, and feces. Computer tomography identified a diaphragmatic hernia with bowel incarceration and perforation as the underlying cause. The patient underwent a delayed cesarean section and surgical repair, with a good outcome. A history of thoracic trauma eight years prior was later revealed. CONCLUSION Evaluating pregnant patients with shortness of breath in the emergency department is challenging. Identifying a history of thoracic or abdominal trauma is crucial, as this can raise the suspicion of diaphragmatic hernia, which can present with a wide range of symptoms. Spontaneous tension pneumothorax in pregnant women is extremely rare and requires cautious management. A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for the successful treatment of maternal diaphragmatic hernia.
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- Ákos Sóti
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78/A, Budapest, H-1082, Hungary.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78/A, Budapest, H-1082, Hungary
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- Medical Imaging Centre, Semmelweis University, Korányi Sándor u. 2., Budapest, H-1083, Hungary
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- Department of Surgery, Transplantation and Gastroenterology, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78., Budapest, H-1082, Hungary
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78/A, Budapest, H-1082, Hungary
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78/A, Budapest, H-1082, Hungary
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University, Üllői u. 78/A, Budapest, H-1082, Hungary
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Möller K, Saborio M, Gottschall H, Blaivas M, Borges AC, Morf S, Möller B, Dietrich CF. The Perception of the Diaphragm with Ultrasound: Always There Yet Overlooked? Life (Basel) 2025; 15:239. [PMID: 40003648 PMCID: PMC11857681 DOI: 10.3390/life15020239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2024] [Revised: 01/30/2025] [Accepted: 02/02/2025] [Indexed: 02/27/2025] Open
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Diaphragm ultrasound makes it possible to diagnose diaphragmatic atrophy and dysfunction. Important indications include unclear dyspnea; diaphragmatic elevation; assessment of diaphragm dysfunction in pulmonary, neuromuscular and neurovascular diseases; and in critically ill patients before noninvasive and mechanical ventilation and follow-up of diaphragm thickness and function during mechanical ventilation with potential prediction of prolonged weaning. In patients with respiratory insufficiency and potential diaphragm dysfunction, it is possible to objectify the contribution of diaphragm dysfunction. In addition, assessment of diaphragmatic hernias, tumors and diaphragmatic dysfunction in COVID-19 and diaphragmatic ultrasound in sports medicine have been described. This narrative review includes the sonomorphology of the diaphragm, standardization of ultrasonographic investigation with transducer positions and ultrasound techniques, normal findings and diagnostic criteria for pathological findings. The correct sonographic measurement, calculation and evaluation can ultimately influence further therapeutic procedures for the patient suffering from diaphragm dysfunction in various diseases.
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- Kathleen Möller
- Medical Department I/Gastroenterology, SANA Hospital Lichtenberg, 10365 Berlin, Germany (H.G.)
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- Department General Internal Medicine (DAIM), Hospitals Hirslanden Bern Beau Site, Salem and Permanence, 3013 Bern, Switzerland;
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- Medical Department I/Gastroenterology, SANA Hospital Lichtenberg, 10365 Berlin, Germany (H.G.)
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- Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29209, USA;
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- Medical Department II/Cardiology, SANA Hospital Lichtenberg, 10365 Berlin, Germany;
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- Center da Sandà Val Müstair, 7536 Sta. Maria, Switzerland;
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Bern University Hospital, Inselspital, University of Bern, 3010 Bern, Switzerland;
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- Department General Internal Medicine (DAIM), Hospitals Hirslanden Bern Beau Site, Salem and Permanence, 3013 Bern, Switzerland;
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Waters JP, Topper GV, Romiyo V, Hayden IP, Panico RA, Shersher DD. Open mesh repair of an iatrogenic post-nephrectomy Bochdalek hernia in an adult: a case study. J Surg Case Rep 2025; 2025:rjae696. [PMID: 39886097 PMCID: PMC11781201 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjae696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2024] [Accepted: 10/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2025] Open
Abstract
Bochdalek hernias arise from a developmental failure of the pleuroperitoneal canal to close, allowing abdominal contents to herniate into the thorax and compress the developing lung parenchyma. In rare cases, Bochdalek hernias may arise in adults and usually present with symptoms related to the hernia. Treatment consists of either open, laparoscopic, or robotic repair to close the defect. We present an unusual case in which an elderly patient presented with a large left-sided Bochdalek hernia containing both an incarcerated stomach and spleen following an uncomplicated robotic left nephrectomy. The hernia was successfully reduced and reconstructed with mesh via open abdominal repair with minimal complications. Repairing these hernias is challenging and, as in this case, required a complex reconstruction of diaphragm with mesh attachment to the ribs. Further reports on acute management of iatrogenic Bochdalek hernias in adults are warranted to better understand long-term post-operative outcomes and optimize management.
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- James P Waters
- Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, 401 Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103, United States
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- Cooper University Hospital Department of General Surgery, 1 Cooper Plaza, Camden NJ 08103, United States
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- Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, 401 Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103, United States
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- Cooper University Hospital Department of Radiology, 1 Cooper Plaza, Camden NJ 08103, United States
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- Cooper University Hospital Department of Radiology, 1 Cooper Plaza, Camden NJ 08103, United States
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- Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, 401 Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103, United States
- Cooper University Hospital Department of General Surgery, 1 Cooper Plaza, Camden NJ 08103, United States
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Taheriniya A, Maghsoudi MR, Chaghamirzayi P. Incidental discovery of a giant congenital diaphragmatic hernia in an adult: A case report and literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2024; 121:109969. [PMID: 38943942 PMCID: PMC11261402 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.109969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Revised: 06/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/01/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is rare, occurring in 1 in 2000 to 4000 live births, and is typically diagnosed in neonates. Bochdalek hernia is the most common type, usually presenting as a left-sided posterolateral defect. Adult presentations of CDH are uncommon and often incidental. This report discusses a young adult with an undiagnosed CDH, emphasizing the importance of clinical awareness. CASE PRESENTATION A 26-year-old man presented with flu-like symptoms and stable vital signs. He reported chronic postprandial shortness of breath that improved with standing. Physical examination revealed decreased breath sounds on the left side. A chest X-ray identified a left diaphragmatic hernia, confirmed by spiral chest computed tomography. Although advised to undergo surgery, the patient opted for discharge against medical advice. CLINICAL DISCUSSION Bochdalek hernia, comprising over 95 % of CDH cases, is usually left-sided due to a defect in the pleuroperitoneal membrane. Adults with CDH often present with nonspecific symptoms or the condition is discovered incidentally. Our patient adapted to his symptoms by standing after meals, which provided relief. Surgical intervention is recommended to prevent organ damage, with various techniques available, including open and endoscopic surgery. This case highlights the necessity of clinical vigilance in diagnosing CDH in adults. CONCLUSION Adult congenital diaphragmatic hernia, though rare, requires prompt surgical treatment to prevent organ damage. Recognizing subtle symptoms is crucial for diagnosis. This report contributes to the limited literature on adult-diagnosed CDH, stressing the need for clinical awareness and timely management.
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- Ali Taheriniya
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Alborz University of Medical Science, Karaj, Iran
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- Clinical Research Development Unit of Shahid Madani Hospital, Alborz University of Medical Science, Karaj, Iran.
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Farwati R, Ghedda SA, Aboudan R, Ataya J, Abdulhakim H. Bochdalek's hernia in adults: A unique case with gastric volvulus and intrathoracic kidney. Int J Surg Case Rep 2024; 121:110006. [PMID: 38972105 PMCID: PMC11277729 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Revised: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORATNCE Introduction: Bochdalek's hernia (BH) is a congenital diaphragmatic hernia predominantly diagnosed in the pediatric population but infrequently found in adults. This paper presents a unique case of an adult patient with a left-sided BH accompanied by gastric volvulus and an intrathoracic kidney. CASE OF PRESENTATION A 21-year-old male presented with abdominal pain and vomiting. An MDCT scan revealed a twisted stomach, spleen, and kidney herniated into the chest due to left diaphragmatic eventration. Surgery involved untwisting the stomach, relocating the organs, and removing the hernia sac. DISCUSSION Bochdalek hernias (BHs) are rare conditions in which abdominal organs move into the chest due to defects in the diaphragm. BH usually occurs on the left side and can be triggered by factors such as pregnancy, obesity, or trauma. Symptoms can vary from abdominal pain to chest discomfort, and diagnosis can be challenging. Imaging tests such as CT scans are essential for accurate diagnosis. In adults, the BH can contain various organs, such as the spleen and kidney. Rarely, BH can be associated with an ectopic kidney located inside the chest cavity. In some cases of BH, there is a risk of complications such as gastric volvulus, where the stomach twists on itself, leading to potentially serious symptoms such as severe abdominal pain and vomiting. CONCLUSION This case underscores the severe risks of BH in adults, such as gastric twisting and blockage, necessitating urgent surgery. Timely diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for preventing life-threatening outcomes. More research is needed to improve the management of this rare condition.
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- Reem Farwati
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria.
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- Consultant General Surgery, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City Ajman, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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P M, Shah I, Sundaran P S, Murugan G. Left-Sided Intra-thoracic Ectopic Kidney With Symptomatic Bochdalek Hernia: A Case Report. Cureus 2024; 16:e65452. [PMID: 39184712 PMCID: PMC11344614 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.65452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024] Open
Abstract
A congenital defect in the diaphragm, known as a Bochdalek hernia (BH), is a condition that allows herniation of the abdominal viscera into the thorax. BH is the most common type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and is typically detected on the left side. An ectopic kidney is a rare condition. An intra-thoracic ectopic kidney is an extremely uncommon condition. In adult patients, the presence of BH with an intra-thoracic kidney is extremely uncommon and is often a finding discovered unintentionally. A 51-year-old male patient presented to the outpatient unit of the pulmonology department. He stated that he had been suffering symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and breathing difficulties for one year. A chest X-ray showed a well-defined radio-opaque lesion in the lower left zone. A computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest demonstrated a defect in the posterolateral region of the left hemidiaphragm, as well as herniation of the left kidney and retroperitoneal fat in the left hemithorax. The intra-thoracic ectopic kidney was found to be normal in size and showed normal attenuation and enhancement, with the contrast being promptly excreted into the pelvicalyceal system during CT urography. Due to the hernia's small size and lack of abnormalities on CT urography, the patient was recommended a conservative treatment. A follow-up examination was performed on the patient annually. Throughout the follow-up period, there was not a single episode of kidney-related issues. To avoid unwanted image-guided biopsies and surgical procedures, it is imperative to look for intra-thoracic kidneys in patients presenting with a thoracic mass or an elevated hemi-diaphragm.
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- Manasa P
- Department of Radiology, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, IND
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- Department of Radiology, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, IND
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Bridges CJ, Hasson RM. Congenital Hernias in Adults: Bochdalek Hernias. Thorac Surg Clin 2024; 34:155-162. [PMID: 38705663 DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2024.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Bochdalek hernias are a rare occurrence in adults and usually asymptomatic, resulting in incidental discovery. However, surgical intervention is recommended for both symptomatic and asymptomatic Bochdalek hernias due to the risk of acute morbidity and mortality. There are various possible surgical approaches that may be appropriate depending on the circumstance, with robotic repair becoming increasingly popular. To date, the rarity of the condition has limited the available data on postoperative outcomes.
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- Connor J Bridges
- The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, 1 Rope Ferry Road, Hanover, NH 03755, USA
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- The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, 1 Rope Ferry Road, Hanover, NH 03755, USA; Department of Surgery, Section of Thoracic Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756, USA; The Dartmouth Institute of Health Policy and Clinical Practice, Williamson Translational Research Building, Level 51 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756, USA.
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Kummari S, Ramadugu R, Ramadugu S, Hussain Ansari M, Ali Ibrahim S. Right-Sided Ectopic Intrathoracic Kidney Associated With Symptomatic Bochdalek Hernia in an Adult Indian Female: Case Report and Review of Literature. Cureus 2024; 16:e60598. [PMID: 38894760 PMCID: PMC11184630 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.60598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Bochdalek hernia is an inherited posterior lateral defect in the diaphragm that allows the abdominal organs to herniate into the thoracic cavity. In addition to being the most prevalent variety of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), it is also the type that is observed on the left hemithorax the majority of the time. Ectopic kidney is an uncommon condition, and the occurrence of ectopic intrathoracic kidney is even more uncommon, accounting for only a few of all the cases of renal ectopias. The occurrence of intrathoracic kidney associated with Bochdalek hernia is infrequent among adult individuals and is typically an incidental finding. A 52-year-old obese female patient presented to the pulmonology outpatient unit and reported experiencing the symptoms of coughing, wheezing, and difficulty in breathing since three years. A chest radiograph revealed an elevated dome of the diaphragm on the right side. A computed tomography (CT) of the chest revealed a defect in the posterior aspect of the right hemi-diaphragm with herniation of the right kidney and retroperitoneal fat into the right hemi-thorax. CT urography showed normal size and enhancement of the intrathoracic kidney with prompt excretion of contrast into the pelvicalyceal system. With regard to the small size of the hernia and considering the absence of complications on CT urography, a conservative treatment was proposed to the patient. The patient was followed up every year. There was no occurrence of renal complications during the follow-up period. When evaluating patients with 'elevated hemi-diaphragm' or thoracic 'mass', it is essential to check for the presence of intrathoracic kidney to avoid undesirable surgical procedures and image-guided biopsies.
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- General Medicine, Kamineni Academy of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Hyderabad, IND
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- General Practice, Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Hyderabad, IND
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- General Practice, Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, IND
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Granados Flores AA, Arriola Rios DI, Gonzalez Soto JR. Incarcerated Bochdalek Hernia in Adults. Cureus 2024; 16:e61422. [PMID: 38947577 PMCID: PMC11214721 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.61422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024] Open
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In this case report, the diagnostic challenge and emergency management of a Bochdalek hernia in adults in Mexico are outlined. This case report can help the medical community to consider the clinical presentation in adults and the importance of early diagnosis and management. We present a 57-year-old female patient with a history of arterial hypertension who, following a bout of abdominal pain, was diagnosed with a Bochdalek hernia. Following emergency surgery, there was an increase in intra-abdominal pressure, which was continuously monitored due to the possibility of compartment syndrome, potentially necessitating a second emergency surgery.
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Martusciello GR, Sullivan GA, Koo N, Pillai S, Madonna MB, Shah AN, Gulack BC. Reduced Long-Term Bowel Obstruction Risk With Minimally Invasive Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair. J Surg Res 2024; 294:144-149. [PMID: 37890273 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.09.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The introduction of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernias (CDH) has reduced postoperative length of stay, postoperative opioid consumption, and provided a more esthetic repair. In adult abdominal surgery, minimally invasive techniques have been associated with decreased long-term rates of small bowel obstruction (SBO), although it is unclear if this benefit carries over into the pediatric population. Our objective was to evaluate the rates of SBO following open versus MIS CDH repair. MATERIAL AND METHODS Infants who underwent CDH repair between 2010 and 2021 were identified using the PearlDiver Mariner database. Kaplan-Meier curves and Cox proportional hazards models were used to evaluate time to SBO by surgical approach (MIS versus open) while adjusting for mesh use, patient sex, and length of stay. RESULTS Of 1033 patients that underwent CDH repair, 258 (25.0%) underwent a minimally invasive approach. The overall rate of SBO was 7.5% (n = 77). Rate of SBO following MIS repair was lower than open repair at 1 y (0.8% versus 5.1%), 3 y, (2.3% versus 9.0%), and 5 y (4.4% versus 10.1%, P = 0.004). Following adjustment, the rate of SBO following MIS repair remained significantly lower than open repair (adjusted hazard ratio: 0.37, 95% confidence interval: 0.18, 0.79). CONCLUSIONS Following CDH repair, long-term rates of SBO are lower among patients treated with MIS approaches. Long-term risk of SBO should be considered when selecting surgical approach for CDH patients.
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- Gerard R Martusciello
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois.
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Lee SH. Maternal Strangulated Diaphragmatic Hernia with Gangrene of the Entire Stomach During Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of the Recent Literature [Response to Letter]. Int J Womens Health 2024; 16:175-178. [PMID: 38313598 PMCID: PMC10838507 DOI: 10.2147/ijwh.s456514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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- Sang Hun Lee
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, Ulsan, Korea
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Predescu D, Achim F, Socea B, Ceaușu MC, Constantin A. Rare Diaphragmatic Hernias in Adults-Experience of a Tertiary Center in Esophageal Surgery and Narrative Review of the Literature. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 14:85. [PMID: 38201394 PMCID: PMC10795705 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14010085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
Abstract
A rare entity of non-hiatal type transdiaphragmatic hernias, which must be clearly differentiated from paraoesophageal hernias, are the phrenic defects that bear the generic name of congenital hernias-Bochdalek hernia and Larey-Morgagni hernia, respectively. The etiological substrate is relatively simple: the presence of preformed anatomical openings, which either do or do not enable transit from the thoracic region to the abdominal region or, most often, vice versa, from the abdomen to the thorax, of various visceral elements (spleen, liver, stomach, colon, pancreas, etc.). Apart from the congenital origin, a somewhat rarer group is described, representing about 1-7% of the total: an acquired variant of the traumatic type, frequently through a contusive type mechanism, which produces diaphragmatic strains/ruptures. Apparently, the symptomatology is heterogeneous, being dependent on the location of the hernia, the dimensions of the defect, which abdominal viscera is involved through the hernial opening, its degree of migration, and whether there are volvulation/ischemia/obstruction phenomena. Often, its clinical appearance is modest, mainly incidental discoveries, the majority being digestive manifestations. Severe digestive complications such as strangulation, volvus, and perforation are rare and are accompanied by severe shock, suddenly appearing after several non-specific digestive prodromes. Diagnosis combines imaging evaluations (plain radiology, contrast, CT) with endoscopic ones. Surgical treatment is recommended regardless of the side on which the diaphragmatic defect is located or the secondary symptoms due to potential complications. The approach options are thoracic, abdominal or combined thoracoabdominal approach, and classic or minimally invasive. Most often, selection of the type of approach should be made taking into account two elements: the size of the defect, assessed by CT, and the presence of major complications. Any hiatal defect that is larger than 5 cm2 (the hiatal hernia surface (HSA)) has a formal recommendation of mesh reinforcement. The recurrence rate is not negligible, and statistical data show that the period of the first postoperative year is prime for recurrence, being directly proportional to the size of the defect. As a result, in patients who were required to use mesh, the recurrence rate is somewhere between 27 and 41% (!), while for cases with primary suture, i.e., with a modest diaphragmatic defect, this is approx. 4%.
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- Dragos Predescu
- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (D.P.); (B.S.); (M.C.C.); (A.C.)
- General and Esophageal Clinic, “Sf. Maria” Clinical Hospital, 011192 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (D.P.); (B.S.); (M.C.C.); (A.C.)
- General and Esophageal Clinic, “Sf. Maria” Clinical Hospital, 011192 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (D.P.); (B.S.); (M.C.C.); (A.C.)
- Department of Surgery, “Sf. Pantelimon” Clinical Emergency Hospital, 021659 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (D.P.); (B.S.); (M.C.C.); (A.C.)
- Department of Histopathology, Alexandru Trestioreanu” National Institute of Oncology, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania; (D.P.); (B.S.); (M.C.C.); (A.C.)
- General and Esophageal Clinic, “Sf. Maria” Clinical Hospital, 011192 Bucharest, Romania
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Augustin G. Maternal Strangulated Diaphragmatic Hernia with Gangrene of the Entire Stomach During Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of the Recent Literature [Letter]. Int J Womens Health 2023; 15:1961-1962. [PMID: 38144946 PMCID: PMC10748712 DOI: 10.2147/ijwh.s451513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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- Goran Augustin
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
- School of Medicine University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
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Chae AY, Park SY, Bae JH, Jeong SY, Kim JS, Lee JS, Kim SJ, Lee SJ, Lee SH. Maternal Strangulated Diaphragmatic Hernia with Gangrene of the Entire Stomach During Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of the Recent Literature. Int J Womens Health 2023; 15:1757-1769. [PMID: 38020943 PMCID: PMC10657747 DOI: 10.2147/ijwh.s432463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Background Bochdalek hernia (BH) of congenital diaphragm hernia is infrequently seen in adults. Strangulation of the diaphragm hernia has been recognized as a severe complication. Among several factors, pregnancy is an important cause of diaphragm hernia's deterioration. However, nausea, vomiting, and upper abdominal pain are often considered non-specific pregnancy-related symptoms. Case Presentation We report a case of a 39-year-old (gravida II, para I) multigravida woman with a delayed diagnosis of strangulated herniated viscera complicating total gastric gangrene at 26+1 weeks' gestation. The preoperative diagnosis was confirmed by an X-ray examination and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). After identifying the size and severity of the herniated contents through video-assisted thoracoscopy (VAT), we immediately converted to abdominal laparotomy. Antenatal corticosteroids were administered simultaneously with diagnosis to promote fetal maturity. The fetal condition was maintained well in the maternal uterus during the operation. Careful monitoring of the fetus and the mother's clinical conditions should be performed during expectant management to achieve delayed delivery after maternal surgical correction. Delivery was completed through cesarean delivery at 27+1 weeks of gestation. Conclusion Despite the rarity of maternal Bochdalek hernias during pregnancy, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment via multidisciplinary care are essential for maternal and fetal outcomes.
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- Ah Yeong Chae
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Eulji University, Nowon Eulji Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Eulji University, Nowon Eulji Medical Center, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, Ulsan, Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Ulsan University Hospital, Ulsan, Korea
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Salajegheh P, Gilani A, Yazdi F, Sarmadian R, Habibzadeh A. Bochdalek hernia presenting as recurrent fever and bicytopenia in a pediatric patient: A rare case report. Clin Case Rep 2023; 11:e8039. [PMID: 37830069 PMCID: PMC10565089 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.8039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023] Open
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Bochdalek hernia is a rare condition characterized by the displacement of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity. Due to the nonspecific nature of symptoms, prompt diagnosis, and management by emergency care providers can be challenging. Treatment of a Bochdalek hernia typically involves the reduction in the herniated contents back into the abdominal cavity. In this case report, we present the case of a 1-year-old girl who presented to the emergency department with a fever and bicytopenia. Further evaluation revealed a Bochdalek hernia, which was successfully managed with surgical intervention. This case highlights the importance of considering a Bochdalek hernia in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with recurrent nonspecific symptoms (fever and bicytopenia).
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- Pouria Salajegheh
- Department of Pediatric Hematology & OncologyKerman University of Medical SciencesKermanIran
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- Sina Trauma & Surgery Research CenterTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research CenterKerman University of Medical SciencesKermanIran
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- Infectious Diseases Research CenterArak University of Medical SciencesArakIran
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- Student Research CommitteeFasa University of Medical SciencesFasaIran
- USERN OfficeFasa University of Medical SciencesFasaIran
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Eldaabossi S, Al-Ghoneimy Y, Abish YG, Farouk A, Kanany H, Taha A, Kabil A, Nabawi U, Lofty A, Makled S, Mahdi W, Zagloul B. Late presentation of a congenital problem; complicated left-sided Bochdalek's hernia in an adult: A case report. Respir Med Case Rep 2023; 45:101903. [PMID: 37599895 PMCID: PMC10432773 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmcr.2023.101903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 03/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023] Open
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Background A diaphragmatic hernia is a defect or hole in the diaphragm through which abdominal contents can enter the chest cavity. Diaphragmatic hernias may be congenital (Morgagni hernia, Bochdalek hernia), a hiatal hernia, or acquired (iatrogenic and traumatic). Bochdalek's hernia typically occurs on the left side and rarely occurs in adults. Less than 100 cases of left Bochdalek's hernia in adults have been described in the literature. Most of them are asymptomatic. Case report We report a complicated left Bochdalek hernia in a 43-year-old adult male who is a smoker. He came to the pulmonary clinic with symptoms and signs of pneumonia of the left lower lobe with persistent dyspeptic symptoms. Chest radiography revealed evidence of a left diaphragmatic hernia, which was confirmed by computed tomography of the chest and abdomen, and subsequently treated by left diaphragmatic repair via limited left thoracotomy. Conclusion We report a rare case of a left Bochdalek hernia in an adult who underwent an appropriate left thoracotomy. Bochdalek hernias in adults are rare and usually asymptomatic, but when they become symptomatic, surgical intervention is required to avoid complications. BH should be considered in the differential diagnosis when radiographs suggest pneumothorax and should be treated early to avoid complications.
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- Safwat Eldaabossi
- Pulmonology Consultant, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Ahsa. Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery Consultant, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Ahsa. Saudi Arabia
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- Radiology Consultant, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Ahsa. Saudi Arabia
- Department of Radiology, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Critical Care Consultant, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Ahsa. Saudi Arabia
- Department of Critical Care, Alexandria Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Consultant Critical Care and Anesthesia, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Chest Diseases, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Pulmonology Consultant, Almoosa Specialist Hospital, Al Ahsa. Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chest Diseases, Banha Faculty of Medicine, Egypt
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- Department of Radiology, Al Azhar Faculty of Medicine for Girls, Egypt
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Giuffrida M, Perrone G, Abu-Zidan F, Agnoletti V, Ansaloni L, Baiocchi GL, Bendinelli C, Biffl WL, Bonavina L, Bravi F, Carcoforo P, Ceresoli M, Chichom-Mefire A, Coccolini F, Coimbra R, de'Angelis N, de Moya M, De Simone B, Di Saverio S, Fraga GP, Galante J, Ivatury R, Kashuk J, Kelly MD, Kirkpatrick AW, Kluger Y, Koike K, Leppaniemi A, Maier RV, Moore EE, Peitzmann A, Sakakushev B, Sartelli M, Sugrue M, Tian BWCA, Broek RT, Vallicelli C, Wani I, Weber DG, Docimo G, Catena F. Management of complicated diaphragmatic hernia in the acute setting: a WSES position paper. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:43. [PMID: 37496073 PMCID: PMC10373334 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00510-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Diaphragmatic hernia (DH) presenting acutely can be a potentially life-threatening condition. Its management continues to be debatable. METHODS A bibliographic search using major databases was performed using the terms "emergency surgery" "diaphragmatic hernia," "traumatic diaphragmatic rupture" and "congenital diaphragmatic hernia." GRADE methodology was used to evaluate the evidence and give recommendations. RESULTS CT scan of the chest and abdomen is the diagnostic gold standard to evaluate complicated DH. Appropriate preoperative assessment and prompt surgical intervention are important for a clinical success. Complicated DH repair is best performed via the use of biological and bioabsorbable meshes which have proven to reduce recurrence. The laparoscopic approach is the preferred technique in hemodynamically stable patients without significant comorbidities because it facilitates early diagnosis of small diaphragmatic injuries from traumatic wounds in the thoraco-abdominal area and reduces postoperative complications. Open surgery should be reserved for situations when skills and equipment for laparoscopy are not available, where exploratory laparotomy is needed, or if the patient is hemodynamically unstable. Damage Control Surgery is an option in the management of critical and unstable patients. CONCLUSIONS Complicated diaphragmatic hernia is a rare life-threatening condition. CT scan of the chest and abdomen is the gold standard for diagnosing the diaphragmatic hernia. Laparoscopic repair is the best treatment option for stable patients with complicated diaphragmatic hernias. Open repair is considered necessary in majority of unstable patients in whom Damage Control Surgery can be life-saving.
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- Department of Emergency Surgery, Maggiore Hospital, Via A. Gramsci 14, 43126, Parma, Italy.
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- Research Office, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo Foundation, Pavia, Italy
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- General Surgery, Department of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- John Hunter Hospital, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Acute Care Surgery at The Queen's Medical Center, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai'I, Honolulu, USA
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- Department of General and Foregut Surgery, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, University of Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Administration, Santa Maria Delle Croci Hospital, AUSL Romagna, Ravenna, Italy
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- Department of Morphology, Surgery and Experimental Medicine, University Hospital of Ferrara and University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery, School of Medicine and Surgery, Milano-Bicocca University, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Surgery and Obstetrics/Gynaecology, Regional Hospital, Limbe, Cameroon
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- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
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- Riverside University Health System Medical Center, , Riverside, California, USA
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- Unit of Colorectal and Digestive Surgery, DIGEST Department, Beaujon University Hospital, AP-HP, University of Paris Cité, Clichy, France
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- Trauma/Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- Department of General and Metabolic Surgery, Poissy and Saint-Germain-en-Laye Hospitals, Poissy, France
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- Department of General Surgery, San Benedetto del Tronto General Hospital, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy
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- Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas (Unicamp), Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Trauma Department, University of California, Davis, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of General, Acute Care, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, and Trauma Surgery, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Primary Care and Emergency Medicine, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Abdominal Center, University Hospital Meilahti, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Denver Health Medical Center,, University of Colorado, Denver, CO, USA
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- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- General Surgery Department, Medical University, University Hospital St George, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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- Department of Surgery, Letterkenny University Hospital, Letterkenny, Donegal, Ireland
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- Department of General Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Surgery Department, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Minimal Access and General Surgery, Government Gousia Hospital, Srinagar, India
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Medical and Advanced Surgical Sciences, University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
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Steen C, Lee JH, Wong E, Mackay S. Laparoscopic Repair of Bochdalek Hernia: A Rare Presentation of Abdominal Pain in the Elderly. Case Rep Surg 2023; 2023:5361609. [PMID: 37427295 PMCID: PMC10328725 DOI: 10.1155/2023/5361609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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Bochdalek hernias (BHs) are rare, and the presentation, diagnosis, and management of them can be complex. We present a 70-year-old man presenting with left flank pain who underwent a successful laparoscopic repair of BH with mesh placement.
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- Christopher Steen
- Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of Surgery, Eastern Health, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Eastern Health, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Eastern Health, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Eastern Health, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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Frey S, Chazal M, Sejor E, Baque P, Mouroux J. Case reports: a variety of clinical presentations and long-term evolution of Bochdalek hernias. Front Surg 2023; 10:1150241. [PMID: 37304187 PMCID: PMC10251140 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.1150241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023] Open
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Bochdalek hernias are the most common congenital diaphragmatic hernias, followed by Morgagni hernias. The failure of closure of the pleuroperitoneal membrane results in a posterolateral foramen, which can remain silent until adulthood. They remain a rare pathology with nearly a hundred cases published. Its clinical presentation is variable, making its diagnosis challenging for clinicians. Additionally, its symptoms are not necessarily representative of the content of the hernia. Its management is balanced between the abdominal and the thoracic approaches. However, no guidelines or algorithms are available to help surgeons in the decision-making process. We report here four consecutive cases of symptomatic Bochdalek hernias. Each case has a singular presentation, and we share how they were approached at our institution. In particular, this series shows no reoccurrence in 10+ years of follow-up in two cases and 20+ in one case, underlying the importance of surgical management when Bochdalek hernias are symptomatic.
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- Sebastien Frey
- Department of General Surgical Emergency, Pasteur 2 Hospital, University Hospital of Nice, Nice, France
- Université Côte d’Azur, Nice, France
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- Department of General Surgery, Princess Grace Hospital, Monaco, Monaco
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- Department of Digestive Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Archet 2 Hospital, University Hospital of Nice, Nice, France
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- Department of General Surgical Emergency, Pasteur 2 Hospital, University Hospital of Nice, Nice, France
- Université Côte d’Azur, Nice, France
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- Université Côte d’Azur, Nice, France
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Pasteur 1 Hospital, University Hospital of Nice, Nice, France
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Dahaba AA. Difficult airway management and low Bispectral Index (BIS) in a patient with left Bochdalek congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). BMC Anesthesiol 2023; 23:172. [PMID: 37210500 PMCID: PMC10199628 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-023-02140-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 05/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Bochdalek congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a developmental defect in the posterolateral diaphragm, allowing herniation of abdominal contents into the thorax causing mechanical compression of the developing lung parenchyma and lung hypoplasia. We describe a case of an adult patient with a Bochdalek hernia who underwent minimally invasive right thoracotomy Perceval bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement (AVR) requiring one-lung ventilation (OLV) on the side of the hernia. This is a complex and challenging case that brings up numerous thought-provoking anesthetic implications. To the best of our knowledge, a Pubmed search did not reveal any publication to date of difficult airway management in an adult patient with CDH. CASE PRESENTATION The first major problem encountered was patient's crus habitus anatomical condition (exceedingly ventrally displaced trachea) Mallampati Class IV and Cormack-Lehane grade IV extremely difficult endotracheal intubation. Neither glottis nor epiglottis was visible on laryngoscopy; resulting in failed placement of the double-lumen endobronchial tube (DLT) following numerous attempts. The DLT was eventually placed via GlideScope videolaryngoscopy. Whereas the endobroncheal right lung block for left OLV was successfully placed using fiberopticscopy. The crus habitus encroached on OLV tidal volume by the cranially displaced ascending colon and left kidney. Anesthesia was maintained with remifentanil /sevoflurane; adjusted to maintain bispectral index (BIS) at 40-60. Digitally recorded BIS was 38-62 except when BIS precipitously declined to 14-38 (SR, suppression ratio < 10) for 25 min after termination of the cardiopulmonary bypass. CONCLUSIONS We report a case essentially dealing with an anatomically distorted difficult airway in a patient with left Bochdalek CDH undergoing a complex AVR. We describe anesthetic difficulties and unforeseen issues encountered; such as an extremely difficult DLT placement.
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- Ashraf A Dahaba
- Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, 41522, Egypt.
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Sanz del Pozo M, García de Jalón Martínez Á, Ordóñez Lozano PA, Sánchez Zalabardo JM. Thoracic kidney nephrectomy due to recurrent Bochdalek hernia in an adult. Cir Esp 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2022.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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Sanz Del Pozo M, García de Jalón Martínez Á, Ordóñez Lozano PA, Sánchez Zalabardo JM. Thoracic kidney nephrectomy due to recurrent Bochdalek hernia in an adult. Cir Esp 2023; 101:208-212. [PMID: 35792247 DOI: 10.1016/j.cireng.2022.06.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/11/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia incidence is one in 3000 live births, Bochdalek hernia occurs through a posterolateral defect. It is very rare in adults. We present a case of late relapsed one diagnosed in an adult male. He underwent an open intervention of Bochdalek hernia at first day of life and required reintervention at seventh month due to recurrence. Now, computerized tomography scan demonstrates a right diaphragmatic defect with intrathoracic hydronephrotic kidney. Nephrectomy was performed with Video-assisted Thoracic Surgery using laparoscopic ports and material. The diaphragmatic defect was closed with a polypropylene mesh. The patient was discharged after 72 h.
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- Mónica Sanz Del Pozo
- Department of Urology, Quironsalud Zaragoza Hospital, Mariano Renovales, 50006, Spain.
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Li B, Liu F, Wu G, Ma Q. Retroperitoneal totally endoscopic prosthetic (R-TEP) repair of a right-sided Bochdalek hernia. Asian J Surg 2023:S1015-9584(23)00115-X. [PMID: 36732196 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2023.01.058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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- Binggen Li
- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hexian Memorial Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The People's Hospital of Wuhai Inner Mongolia, Wuhai, 016000, China.
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- Department of General Surgery, The People's Hospital of Wuhai Inner Mongolia, Wuhai, 016000, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The People's Hospital of Wuhai Inner Mongolia, Wuhai, 016000, China
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Mohammed S, El-Basheir H. Obstructed Bochdalek hernia in an adult. Oxf Med Case Reports 2022; 2022:omac138. [PMID: 36540842 PMCID: PMC9759938 DOI: 10.1093/omcr/omac138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Revised: 10/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a common neonatal anomaly. Presentation beyond childhood, however, is rare. We report, here, the case of a woman in her 50s who presented with an acutely obstructed posterolateral diaphragmatic hernia. The initial physical exam and radiological results could have led to an erroneous diagnosis of pneumothorax. We wish to emphasize the importance of having a high index of suspicion for this condition when cases with similar gastro-respiratory symptoms are encountered.
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- Salih Mohammed
- Correspondence address. Anaesthesia department, Galway University Hospitals, Newcastle Rd, Galway H91 YR71, Ireland. E-mail:
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- Royal care International Hospital, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Khartoum, Sudan
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Hemanth Rathod R, Rajan YRD, Potluri V. Congenital Right Diaphragmatic Hernia Presenting in Adult Life: A Rare Case. Cureus 2022; 14:e31168. [DOI: 10.7759/cureus.31168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Hietaniemi H, Järvinen T, Ilonen I, Räsänen J. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia in adults: a decade of experience from a single tertiary center. Scand J Gastroenterol 2022; 57:1291-1295. [PMID: 35658774 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2022.2081818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Congenital diaphragmatic hernias (CDHs) in adults remain rare, with limited data on them available. However, CDHs can cause respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms in adults, even resulting in the strangulation of the bowel when incarcerated. Here, we aimed to analyze surgical outcomes among adult patients. The primary outcome of interest was the complication rate, reoperations and 90-day mortality after laparoscopic and open hernia repair. METHODS We identified all adult patients diagnosed with a Morgagni or Bochdalek hernia treated operatively between 2010 and 2019 in a single tertiary care hospital. Data on patient demographics, surgical characteristics, mortality and morbidity were collected. RESULTS In total, we identified 37 patients (67.6% female; average age, 57 years). Overall, 78.4% patients underwent minimally invasive operations, while 35.1% underwent emergency operations. A Clavien-Dindo grade II-V complication was experienced by 18.9% of patients. No deaths occurred within 90 days of surgery, and we detected no recurrences in short-term or long-term follow-up. A minimally invasive technique correlated with a shorter hospital stay of 3.6 days versus 6.8 days in the open surgery group (p = .007, t = 3.3, 95% confidence interval = 1.04-5.21). CONCLUSION Our findings indicate that the laparoscopic repair of a congenital diaphragmatic hernia is safe and effective, offering short hospital stay and a low amount of complications.
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- Henriikka Hietaniemi
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.,Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland.,Department of General Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery, Heart and Lung Center, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland.,Department of General Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery, Heart and Lung Center, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland.,Department of General Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery, Heart and Lung Center, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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Nistri C, Marinelli L, Di Giacomo A, Bonariol L, Massani M. Robotic repair of a giant Larrey-type congenital left-sided diaphragmatic hernia in a young woman. A case report and literature review. Int J Surg Case Rep 2022; 98:107507. [PMID: 36027832 PMCID: PMC9424357 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2022] [Revised: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a rare condition caused by a malformation in the diaphragm that is usually diagnosed in newborns, infants and children. Sometimes it can be incidentally identified in adults. Once the diagnosis is made, surgery is indicated to avoid the risk of life-threatening complications of herniated viscera. Traditional approaches include laparotomy or thoracotomy or both; in the last decades minimally invasive techniques have proved to be a safe alternative to the open approach but only few cases of robotic hernia repair have been described so far, the most with a combined thoracic-abdomen approach. We report a case of an 18-year-old female presenting with abdominal pain due to a giant left-sided anterior diaphragmatic hernia (Larrey-type) that was repaired using a robotic-assisted laparoscopic approach with mesh placement. The hernia contents included gastric body and fundus, duodenum, jejunum, ileus, cecum, right colon and mesentery; spleen and pancreas were rotated and dislocated anteriorly. The outcome was unremarkable, with no major post-operative complications and no signs of long-term recurrence. The robotic approach seems to be a valid option for the treatment of diaphragmatic hernias, improving post-operative outcome and providing surgeon better visualization, greater precision and enhanced dexterity in a confined space. Congenital diaphragmatic hernias are a rare condition that may have a late onset. Once the diagnosis is made, surgery is mandatory due to the risk of life-threatening complications. Minimally invasive approaches are a safe option for congenital diaphragmatic hernia repair and can improve post-operative outcome. Robotic diaphragmatic hernia repair allows better visualization, greater precision and enhanced dexterity in a confined space. The use of a mesh is controversial, but in large defects it is recommended to reinforce the primary repair.
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- C Nistri
- Chirurgia 1, Ospedale di Treviso Ca' Foncello, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Treviso, Italy.
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- Chirurgia 1, Ospedale di Treviso Ca' Foncello, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Treviso, Italy
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- Chirurgia 1, Ospedale di Treviso Ca' Foncello, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Treviso, Italy
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- Chirurgia 1, Ospedale di Treviso Ca' Foncello, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Treviso, Italy
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- Chirurgia 1, Ospedale di Treviso Ca' Foncello, ULSS 2 Marca Trevigiana, Treviso, Italy
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Han XY, Selesner LT, Butler MW. Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Surg Clin North Am 2022; 102:739-757. [DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2022.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Koliakos N, Tzortzis AS, Papaconstantinou D. Comment to: A systematic review on diagnostics and surgical treatment of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias and presentation of the current management pathway. Hernia 2022; 26:1199-1200. [PMID: 35666400 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-022-02628-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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- N Koliakos
- 3rd Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Rimini Str. 1, 12462, Athens, Greece
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- Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.
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- 3rd Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Rimini Str. 1, 12462, Athens, Greece
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Kian B, kayedi M, Teimouri A. Intrathoracic kidney: A rare presentation of ectopic kidney. Radiol Case Rep 2022; 17:2795-2797. [PMID: 35677702 PMCID: PMC9167872 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.05.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 05/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The thoracic kidney is the rarest form of renal ectopia. Furthermore, it is usually asymptomatic and discovered incidentally. It is seen as a mass in the posterior mediastinum or juxta-diaphragmatic on chest radiography. A computed tomography scan or magnetic resonance imaging is usually needed for a definitive diagnosis. The thoracic kidney typically exits the retroperitoneal space through the foramen of Bochdalek.
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Koliakos N, Tzortzis AS, Bakopoulos A. Re: Bochdalek hernias in the adult population: a systematic review of the literature. ANZ J Surg 2022; 92:1964. [PMID: 35950668 DOI: 10.1111/ans.17758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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- Nikolaos Koliakos
- 3rd Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 3rd Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Katsaros I, Giannopoulos S, Katelani S, Vailas M, Sotiropoulou M, Papaconstantinou D, Giannakodimos I, Kapetanakis EI, Tomos P, Schizas D. Bochdalek hernias in the adult population: a systematic review of the literature. ANZ J Surg 2022; 92:2037-2042. [PMID: 35357073 DOI: 10.1111/ans.17651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2021] [Revised: 02/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Bochdalek hernia (BH) is characterized by the protrusion of viscera into thorax through the posterolateral section of the diaphragm. The aim of this study was to systematically review current literature concerning Bochdalek hernias in adults and elucidate their clinical characteristics and preferable treatment approach. METHODS A search of PubMed and Cochrane bibliographical databases for studies regarding BHs was conducted (last search: 31st March 2021). RESULTS Predefined inclusion criteria were met by 173 articles and concerned collectively 192 patients (50.5% males) with a mean age of 45.41 ± 20.26 years. Abdominal pain (62.0%) and pulmonary symptoms (41.1%) were the predominant symptomatology of included cases. BHs protruded mainly through the left side of the diaphragm (70.7%), with large intestine (42.7%) and stomach (37.1%) being the most commonly herniated abdominal organs. Most patients (53.8%) underwent an open surgical approach, while abdominal approach was preferred (64.8%). to the thoracic one. Thirty-day postoperative complication were encountered at 21.5% of patients, while 30-day mortality reached 4.4%. CONCLUSION BH is an extremely rare type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia. It rarely concerns adults, and it manifests with vague gastrointestinal or pulmonary symptoms. Surgical approach is the preferred method for their management with open procedures being preferable at emergency cases, while minimal invasive approach necessitates experienced centers. Further research is needed in order to clarify their true incidence and optimal therapeutic strategy.
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- Ioannis Katsaros
- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Third Department of Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Attikon University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Surgery, Laikon General Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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First case of a patient with left Bochdalek congenital diaphragmatic hernia and congenital bicuspid aortic valve stenosis undergoing Perceval bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement via mini-thoracotomy one-lung anesthesia. Asian J Surg 2022; 45:1742-1743. [PMID: 35184960 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2022.01.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Ramspott JP, Regenbogen S, Jäger T, Lechner M, Mayer F, Gabersek A, Emmanuel K, Schredl P. Case Report: Adult Right-Sided Bochdalek Hernia Complicated by Intrathoracic Bowel Perforation. Front Surg 2021; 8:755279. [PMID: 34869563 PMCID: PMC8639588 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.755279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Right-sided Bochdalek hernia is a mostly congenital condition of the diaphragm caused by a persistence of the pleuroperitoneal cavity and a rare disease in adults. As it often presents as an emergent situation, urgent diagnostics and surgical intervention are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality rates. Choosing the right surgical approach (abdominal, thoracic, or a combination of both) can be very challenging for clinicians. Here, we report a case of a 40-year-old woman, who presented with severe abdominal pain and tachypnoea. Imaging revealed a right-sided Bochdalek hernia. Emergency laparotomy was performed followed by reduction of hernia content, right-sided hemicolectomy, and side-to-side anastomosis from the ileum to the transverse colon due to intestinal ischemia and intrathoracic bowel perforation. The post-operative course was complicated by a pleural empyema. Therefore, the patient underwent thoracotomy. One year after surgical repair the patient had no recurrence. Here, we discuss feasible approaches for the surgical management of complicated Bochdalek hernias.
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- Jan Philipp Ramspott
- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria.,Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Münster University Hospital, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria.,Department of Trauma Surgery, BG Trauma Center Murnau, Murnau, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, University Hospital Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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Salcedo G, Velez F, Posada M, Barragan C, Vorwald P. Right-sided Bochdalek hernia associated with an intrathoracic kidney in an adult. Surgery 2021; 170:e13-e14. [PMID: 34602185 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2021.03.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2021] [Revised: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- Gabriel Salcedo
- Department of Surgery, Hospital Fundacion Jimenez Diaz, Madrid, Spain. https://twitter.com/gsalcedoca
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Fundacion Jimenez Diaz, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Fundacion Jimenez Diaz, Madrid, Spain. https://twitter.com/MariaPosGlez
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Fundacion Jimenez Diaz, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Fundacion Jimenez Diaz, Madrid, Spain
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Sullivan TM, Ruch BC, Vudatha V, Julliard WA, Shah RD. Bochdalek Hernia with Gastric Necrosis Requiring Roux-en-Y Esophagojejunostomy. Ann Thorac Surg 2021; 113:e449-e451. [PMID: 34582760 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2021.08.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2021] [Revised: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Bochdalek hernias are the most common congenital diaphragmatic hernias and are usually diagnosed during childhood1. They can present in adulthood and, in uncommon circumstances, result in gastric herniation with strangulation. We present a case of an adult Bochdalek hernia resulting in total gastric necrosis necessitating Roux-en-Y esophagojejunostomy in an otherwise healthy 39-year-old male. This case highlights the potential morbidity associated with unrepaired congenital diaphragmatic hernias and the need for appropriate referral.
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- Travis M Sullivan
- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA.
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- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
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- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
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- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA; Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
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- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA; Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
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Nambara S, Sakaguchi Y, Shoji F, Tsuda Y, Kudou K, Kusumoto E, Hashimoto K, Kusumoto T, Ikejiri K. Combined laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgical repair of Bochdalek hernia in an adult: a case report. Surg Case Rep 2021; 7:214. [PMID: 34546461 PMCID: PMC8455731 DOI: 10.1186/s40792-021-01294-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 09/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Bochdalek hernia is a rare disease in adults. Diaphragmatic hernia in adults has been repaired using minimally invasive surgery through laparoscopy or thoracoscopy. However, the literature regarding the combined use of laparoscopy and thoracoscopy for the repair of Bochdalek hernia is limited. CASE PRESENTATION A 26-year-old man diagnosed with Bochdalek hernia was managed through combined abdominal and thoracic endoscopic surgery. On laparoscopy, the omentum prolapsed into the left thoracic cavity through the posterolateral area of the left diaphragm. On thoracoscopy, no adhesions of the omentum were seen in the thoracic cavity. The omentum was drawn back to the abdominal cavity, and a 4 × 3-cm hernial orifice was identified. The hernia orifice was repaired through simple closure with sutures laparoscopically. The patient's postoperative course was uneventful with no recurrences within the first year post-surgery. CONCLUSION Combined laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery is a safe and effective method for Bochdalek hernial repair in adults.
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- Sho Nambara
- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan.
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyohama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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- Department of Gastroenterological Surgery and Clinical Research Institute Cancer Research Division, National Kyushu Medical Center, 1-8-1 Jigyouhama Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, 810-8563, Japan
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Pun A, Dhoubhadel P, Dawadi K. Right-sided Bochdalek hernia in an adult: a case report. J Surg Case Rep 2021; 2021:rjab357. [PMID: 34466216 PMCID: PMC8403501 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjab357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2021] [Revised: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Bochdalek hernia (BH) is the most common type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia and is usually left-sided. It typically presents in neonates and diagnosis in adults is a rarity. To date only 34 reported cases of right-sided BH have been surgically managed in adults in literature. We review a 21-year-old female with a right-sided BH diagnosed as acute calculus cholecystitis and underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The diagnosis of BH was made incidentally during surgery. The hernia did not have a sac with no hernial contents. It was treated via laparoscopic intracorporeal suturing and patient postoperative period was uneventful. Right-sided BH is rare. Regardless of the symptoms surgical treatment should be done to avoid risk of visceral strangulation.
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- Asish Pun
- MS General Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Bharatpur Hospital, Chitwan, Nepal
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- MS General Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Bharatpur Hospital, Chitwan, Nepal
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- MD Internal Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Hetauda Hospital, Makwanpur, Nepal
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Kozadinos A, Chrysikos D, Davakis S, Kozadinos I, Farmakis P, Georgiou G, Troupis T. Bochdalek hernia with intrathoracic spleen treated by robotic-assisted mesh repair utilizing indocyanine green contrast media intraoperatively. A case report. J Surg Case Rep 2021; 2021:rjab352. [PMID: 34408844 PMCID: PMC8367440 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjab352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2021] [Accepted: 07/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Bochdalek hernias are usually diagnosed in newborns. However, they can occur in adults. Few reports exist regarding robotic repair of such hernias. We present a case of a female patient with symptomatic Bochdalek hernia, including the spleen. Patient was successfully treated by robotic-assisted surgical mesh with the use of indocyanine green (ICG). An 80-year-old female patient presented with dyspnea, angina and intermittent abdominal pain. She had loss of appetite and 15-kg weight loss within 3 months. Past medical history was unremarkable. Imaging revealed a left Bochdalek hernia. The patient underwent robotic-assisted surgery; hernia contents included stomach, parts of colon, omentum and remarkably the spleen. Sac was dissected free. Patency of organs was assessed with ICG. Diaphragmatic defect was repaired with mesh. Bochdalek hernias should be surgically repaired. Minimally invasive therapy is safe and effective. Intraoperative ICG use can provide excellent results with favorable clinical outcomes.
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- Alexandros Kozadinos
- Department of Surgical Anatomy, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Anatomy, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Anatomy, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- A' Robotic and Minimal Invasive General Surgery Department of Metropolitan Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- A' Robotic and Minimal Invasive General Surgery Department of Metropolitan Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- A' Robotic and Minimal Invasive General Surgery Department of Metropolitan Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Surgical Anatomy, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Maternal Bochdalek Hernia during Pregnancy: A Systematic Review of Case Reports. Diagnostics (Basel) 2021; 11:diagnostics11071261. [PMID: 34359342 PMCID: PMC8303225 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics11071261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Since the first report of a diaphragmatic hernia from Ambroise Paré’s necropsy in 1610, the Bochdalek hernia (BH) of the congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) has been the most common types with high morbidity and mortality in the neonatal period. Due to the nature of the disease, CDH associated with pregnancy is too infrequent to warrant reporting in the literature. Mortality of obstruction or strangulation is mostly due to failure to diagnose symptoms early. Data sources and study selection: A systematic literature search of maternal BH during pregnancy was conducted using the electronic databases (PubMed and EMBASE) from January 1941 to December 2020. Because of the rarity of the disease, this review included all primary studies, including case reports or case series that reported at least one case of maternal BH in pregnant. Searches, paper selection, and data extraction were conducted in duplicate. The analysis was performed narratively regardless of the control groups’ presence due to their rarity. Results: The search retrieved 3450 papers, 94 of which were deemed eligible and led to a total of 43 cases. Results of treatment showed 16 cases in delayed delivery after hernia surgery, 10 cases in simultaneous delivery with hernia surgery, 3 cases in non-surgical treatment, and 14 cases in hernia surgery after delivery. Of 16 cases with delayed delivery after hernia surgery, 13 (81%) cases had emergency surgery and three (19%) cases had surgery after expectant management. Meanwhile, 10 cases underwent simultaneous delivery with hernia surgery, 6 cases (60%) had emergent surgery, and 4 cases (40%) had delayed hernia surgery after expectant management. 3 cases underwent non-surgical treatment. In this review, the maternal death rate and fetal/neonatal loss rate from maternal BH was 5% (2/43) and 16% (7/43), respectively. The preterm birth rate has been reported in 35% (15/43) of maternal BH, resulting from maternal deaths in 13% (2/15) of cases and 6 fetal loss in 40% (6/15) of cases; 44% (19/43) of cases demonstrated signs of bowel obstruction, ischemia, or perforation of strangulated viscera in the operative field, resulting from maternal deaths in 11% (2/19) of cases and fetal-neonatal loss in 21% (4/19) of cases. Conclusion: Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are imperative, as a gangrenous or non-viable bowel resection significantly increases mortality. Therefore, multidisciplinary care should be required in maternal BH during pregnancies that undergo surgically repair, and individualized care allow for optimal results for the mother and fetus.
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A systematic review on diagnostics and surgical treatment of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias and presentation of the current management pathway. Hernia 2021; 26:47-59. [PMID: 34216313 PMCID: PMC8881253 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-021-02445-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Purpose Bochdalek hernia is a congenital diaphragmatic hernia. The incidence in adults is estimated around 0.17%. Right-sided hernias are much more seldom than left-sided ones because of faster closure of the right pleuroperitoneal canal and the protective effect of the liver. Due to its rarity, there have been no large prospective or retrospective studies following great need for evidence-based diagnostics and treatment strategies. In this systematic review, we evaluated the current evidence of diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias. Methods According to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines a systematic literature review was conducted in PubMed and Cochrane library from 2004 to January 2021. The literature search included all studies with non-traumatic right-sided Bochdalek hernias. Literature on left- or both-sided, pregnancy-associated, pediatric, and other types of hernias were explicitly excluded. Quality assessment of the included studies was performed. Results Database search identified 401 records. After eligibility screening 41 studies describing 44 cases of right-sided non-traumatic Bochdalek hernias in adulthood were included for final analysis. Based upon the systematic literature review, the current diagnostic, therapeutic, and follow-up management pathway for this rare surgical emergency is presented. Conclusion This systematic review underlined that most studies investigating management of adult non-traumatic right-sided Bochdalek hernias are of moderate to low methodological quality. Hernias tend to occur more frequently in middle-aged and older women presenting with abdominal pain and dyspnea. A rapid and accurate diagnosis following surgical repair and regular follow-up is mandatory. High-quality studies focusing on the management of this rare entity are urgently needed. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s10029-021-02445-1.
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Diaphragmatic Hernia in Pregnancy. Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-021-03006-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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Tufiño J, Espin S, Reyes MC, Zumárraga F, Marcelo Cevallos J, Molina GA, González H. Bochdalek hernia in a young adult successfully treated with a laparoscopic approach, a case report. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2021; 65:102279. [PMID: 33948164 PMCID: PMC8080451 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Revised: 04/04/2021] [Accepted: 04/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background Bochdalek hernias are a rare form of diaphragmatic hernias; they are frequently found in children; however, they have been discovered in completely asymptomatic adults in exceptional situations. Being such a unique pathology, they can be easily confused and misdiagnose, exposing patients to unnecessary treatments. Case report Patient is an otherwise healthy 30-year-old patient without past medical history; after vigorous physical activity, a Bochdalek hernia was discovered and successfully treated; on follow-ups, he is doing well without signs of recurrence. Conclusions In adults, Bochdalek hernia is an uncommon form of diaphragmatic hernia. As most cases are asymptomatic, a high index of suspicion is needed since diagnosis is challenging. Modern surgical techniques can improve patient recovery and short hospital stay with minimal morbidity or mortality.
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- Jorge Tufiño
- Hospital General San Francisco, Iess, Quito, Ecuador
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- IESS Quito Sur and Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), Quito, Ecuador
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The purpose of this image is to illustrate a Bochdalek hernia diagnosis in a 39-year-old female patient treated on an emergency basis by means of CT-scan and following perioperative observation. Treatment consisted in initial laparoscopy that due to irreducible bowel incarceration was converted into hernia repair surgery through simple suture and thoracic drainage.
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- A Marichez
- Department of hepato-bilio-pancreatic surgery and liver transplantation, Haut Lévêque hospital, CHU de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France; Medico-surgical center Magellan, 1, avenue de Magellan, 33600 Pessac, France.
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- Department of hepato-bilio-pancreatic surgery and liver transplantation, Haut Lévêque hospital, CHU de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France; Medico-surgical center Magellan, 1, avenue de Magellan, 33600 Pessac, France
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- Department of hepato-bilio-pancreatic surgery and liver transplantation, Haut Lévêque hospital, CHU de Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France; Medico-surgical center Magellan, 1, avenue de Magellan, 33600 Pessac, France
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Miyasaka T, Matsutani T, Nomura T, Hagiwara N, Chihara N, Takahashi K, Mishima K, Taniai N, Yoshida H. Laparoscopic repair of a Bochdalek hernia in an elderly patient: a case report with a review from 1999 to 2019 in Japan. Surg Case Rep 2020; 6:233. [PMID: 32990881 PMCID: PMC7524921 DOI: 10.1186/s40792-020-01003-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2020] [Accepted: 09/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A Bochdalek hernia (BH) is a congenital defect of the diaphragm that generally presents in the newborn as life-threatening cardiorespiratory distress. In contrast, the diagnosis of a BH in adults is rare. Surgical repair for adult BH is recommended, but the optimal surgical method remains unclear. CASE PRESENTATION A 75-year-old woman presented with progressive dyspnea and back pain, and a diagnosis of BH was made based on chest X-ray and computed tomography. Laparoscopic evaluation revealed a defect in the left posterior attachment of the diaphragm, and a left-sided BH without hernia sac was diagnosed. Parts of the stomach, small intestine, colon, pancreas, and spleen had prolapsed into the left thoracic cavity, without ischemic change, and these herniated organs were reduced to the abdominal cavity. A direct closure of the hernia orifice was possible by the laparoscopic suture technique using a mesh reinforcement. The patient made an uneventful recovery, and no recurrence was found in the 2-year follow-up. CONCLUSION A recently published study reviewing detailed cases of repair of adult BH from 1999 to 2019 identified 96 cases, including the present case. The number of reports on laparoscopic and/or thoracoscopic surgery for BH in adults has recently increased, and the approach for repairing BH should be selected carefully on a case-by-case basis.
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- Toshimitsu Miyasaka
- Department of Gastrointestinal Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8603, Japan
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8603, Japan. .,Department of Digestive Surgery, Nippon Medical School Musashikosugi Hospital, 1-396 Kosugimachi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 211-8533, Japan.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8603, Japan
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8603, Japan
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Nippon Medical School Musashikosugi Hospital, 1-396 Kosugimachi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 211-8533, Japan
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Nippon Medical School Musashikosugi Hospital, 1-396 Kosugimachi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 211-8533, Japan
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Nippon Medical School Musashikosugi Hospital, 1-396 Kosugimachi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 211-8533, Japan
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Nippon Medical School Musashikosugi Hospital, 1-396 Kosugimachi, Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 211-8533, Japan
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery, Nippon Medical School, 1-1-5 Sendagi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-8603, Japan
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Perrone G, Giuffrida M, Annicchiarico A, Bonati E, Del Rio P, Testini M, Catena F. Complicated Diaphragmatic Hernia in Emergency Surgery: Systematic Review of the Literature. World J Surg 2020; 44:4012-4031. [DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05733-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Harris KB, Brateanu A. Recurrent syncope while eating: an unusual presentation of a diaphragmatic hernia. BMJ Case Rep 2020; 13:13/4/e233641. [PMID: 32341089 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2019-233641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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- Kevin B Harris
- Medicine Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Medicine Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Akita M, Yamasaki N, Miyake T, Mimura K, Maeda E, Nishimura T, Abe K, Kozuki A, Yokoyama K, Kominami H, Tanaka T, Takamatsu M, Kaneda K. Bochdalek hernia in an adult: two case reports and a review of perioperative cardiopulmonary complications. Surg Case Rep 2020; 6:72. [PMID: 32303918 PMCID: PMC7165220 DOI: 10.1186/s40792-020-00833-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2020] [Accepted: 04/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Bochdalek hernia in an adult is very rare and often needs an immediate surgical repair for the herniation. Although its etiology and surgical techniques have frequently been reported, perioperative complications, especially cardiopulmonary problems, remain unknown. We reported two adults with Bochdalek hernia and reviewed the published literatures with a focus on these issues. Case presentation We experienced two adult cases of Bochdalek hernia with gastrointestinal strangulation. One case had massive herniation of the stomach, colon, spleen, and pancreas in the left chest, causing repeated vomiting. The other had a right-side hernia with strangulation of the colon. We successfully performed emergency repairs of these diaphragmatic hernias without any postoperative complications. Conclusions Our literature review revealed that life-threatening cardiopulmonary complications, such as empyema or cardiac arrest caused by the tamponade effect of the herniated viscera, sometimes occurred in patients with Bochdalek hernia. These complications were found in Bochdalek hernia with gastrointestinal strangulation.
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- Masayuki Akita
- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kakogawa Central City Hospital, Kakogawa, 675-8611, Japan
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