Traumatic Rupture of Right Hemidiaphragm in a Child

Abstract Acute right-sided diaphragmatic ruptures are rare in children. We report a case of traumatic right-sided diaphragmatic rupture in a child that was managed by delayed repair. The clinical presentation and importance of making an accurate diagnosis and confirmation of any associated visceral...

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Veröffentlicht in:	European journal of pediatric surgery 2006-10, Vol.16 (5), p.352-354
Hauptverfasser:	Antao, B., Lansdale, N., Shawis, R.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Accidents, Traffic Case Report Child, Preschool Diaphragm - injuries Diaphragm - surgery Female Hernia - etiology Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic - diagnostic imaging Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic - etiology Hernia, Diaphragmatic, Traumatic - surgery Humans Liver Diseases - etiology Rupture Thoracic Injuries - diagnosis Thoracic Injuries - etiology Thoracic Injuries - surgery Tomography, X-Ray Computed Wounds, Nonpenetrating - complications
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Zusammenfassung:	Abstract Acute right-sided diaphragmatic ruptures are rare in children. We report a case of traumatic right-sided diaphragmatic rupture in a child that was managed by delayed repair. The clinical presentation and importance of making an accurate diagnosis and confirmation of any associated visceral injury before definitive surgery is highlighted.
ISSN:	0939-7248 1439-359X
DOI:	10.1055/s-2006-924637