Abstract |
Spontaneous rupture of the diaphragm associated with vaginal delivery is a rare occurrence, but has high rates of morbidity and mortality. Herein, we present a first uncomplicated case of spontaneous rupture of the diaphragm associated with vaginal delivery, which was treated successfully with surgery via a thoracotomy.
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Authors | Masatsugu Hamaji, Bryan M Burt, Syed Osman Ali, Daniel M Cohen |
Journal | General thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
(Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg)
Vol. 61
Issue 8
Pg. 473-5
(Aug 2013)
ISSN: 1863-6713 [Electronic] Japan |
PMID | 22930128
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Delivery, Obstetric
(adverse effects)
- Diaphragm
(injuries, surgery)
- Female
- Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic
(etiology, surgery)
- Humans
- Pregnancy
- Rupture
- Rupture, Spontaneous
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