Colonic perforation in a right atraumatic diaphragmatic hernia.

Abstract

SUMMARY:

A 38-year female with no prior medical or surgical history presented with pleuritic pain and respiratory distress. Imaging revealed a right diaphragmatic hernia with colonic content. At right anterolateral thoracotomy, a diaphragmatic hernia containing a perforated right hemi-colon was found. The colon was resected in the chest and continuity restored via a laparotomy. This case illustrates the risk of obstruction, ischaemia and perforation and highlights the importance of early identification and prompt surgical management to reduce morbidity and mortality.

• Authors: N Allopi, M H Wellmann, V R Blanco
• Journal: South African journal of surgery. Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir chirurgie (S Afr J Surg) Vol. 60 Issue 4 Pg. 316-318 (Dec 2022) ISSN: 2078-5151 [Electronic] South Africa
• PMID: 36477067 (Publication Type: Journal Article)
• Copyright: Copyright© Authors.

Topics

• Female
• Humans
• Hernia, Diaphragmatic