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Technique for the repair of diaphragmatic eventration.

Abstract
In contrast to the large thoracotomy incisions required by standard surgical techniques for repair of diaphragmatic eventration, the procedure we developed can be performed by video-assisted thoracoscopy, thus offering patients the advantages of a minimally invasive operation. Using two superposed series of transverse back-and-forth continuous sutures, the diaphragm is invaginated, then stretched. The first suture line holds the diaphragm down and maintains the excess within the abdomen; the second suture line places the desired tension on the diaphragmatic dome. Successful repair of 3 cases by this technique is described.
AuthorsJ Mouroux, B Padovani, N C Poirier, D Benchimol, A Bourgeon, J Deslauriers, H Richelme
JournalThe Annals of thoracic surgery (Ann Thorac Surg) Vol. 62 Issue 3 Pg. 905-7 (Sep 1996) ISSN: 0003-4975 [Print] Netherlands
PMID8784039 (Publication Type: Journal Article)
Topics
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Diaphragm (surgery)
  • Female
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic (surgery)
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Methods
  • Middle Aged
  • Suture Techniques
  • Video Recording

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