Diaphragmatic Hernia

Diaphragmatic hernia is protrusion of abdominal viscera through a diaphragmatic defect (congenital/hiatal/traumatic), presenting with respiratory distress, bowel sounds in chest, and possible obstruction/strangulation. Treatment: urgent surgical repair (thoracic/laparoscopic); respiratory support (ventilation/chest tube); NPO/IV fluids; reduce hernia; repair defect; treat underlying congenital/traumatic cause; ICU monitoring; follow-up for recurrence/respiratory outcomes.

Common Symptoms

Respiratory distress; bowel sounds in chest; by congenital/hiatal/traumatic

Causes and Pathogenesis

Diaphragmatic defect allows abdominal viscera into thorax.

Treatment

Urgent surgical repair; respiratory support; reduce hernia; ICU

Preventive Measures

Prenatal diagnosis; careful trauma management.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Thoracic/Gastrointestinal/pediatric-surgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.