Laparoscopic repair of late presenting congenital Bochdalek diaphragmatic hernia

J Indian Med Assoc. 2011 Jun;109(6):435-6.

Abstract

Bochdalek diaphragmatic hernia is a common congenital anomaly presenting in the neonatal period and managed by open surgical procedures. Late presentation is usually associated with better prognosis. Here a case of a 10 years old boy presenting with Bochdalek hernia, managed primarily by laparoscopic approach is reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases / etiology
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases / physiopathology
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / complications
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / diagnosis
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / physiopathology
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / surgery
  • Hernias, Diaphragmatic, Congenital*
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy / methods*
  • Male
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / etiology
  • Respiratory Insufficiency / physiopathology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultrasonography