Presentations and Outcomes of Diaphragmatic Injuries – A 15 Year Experience


Volume :

3

Issue :

2

Abstract :

Diaphragmatic rupture is a rare diagnosis and goes undiagnosed unless some complications occur. We report on cases that developed diaphragmatic hernia following complete/partial tear of diaphragm due to trauma to the abdomen.

Keyword :

Diaphragmatic hernia, Blunt trauma abdomen, Exploratory laparotomy, Lung collapse