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ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2025

Reawakening of a dormant diaphragmatic hernia: a case of delayed post-traumatic presentation.

Nang Van Pham, Tuan Van Nguyen, Doi Van Mai, Phu Diep Thien Duong, Kiet Gia Le Nguyen, Huan Hoang Lam, Jan Willem Greve

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Nang Van PhamDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Tuan Van NguyenDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Doi Van MaiDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Phu Diep Thien DuongDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Kiet Gia Le NguyenDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Huan Hoang LamDepartment of General Surgery, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Tan An Ward, Can Tho City 900000, Viet Nam.
Jan Willem GreveNUTRIM, Department of Surgery, Maastricht University, PO Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, Limburg, The Netherlands.

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Abstract

Traumatic diaphragmatic hernia (TDH) is a rare condition, especially on the right side, often lacking specific symptoms and sometimes manifesting years after the initial trauma. This case report highlights the importance of thorough history-taking, physical examination, and radiological imaging in the diagnosis and treatment of TDH. A 41-year-old male presented with recurrent epigastric pain and respiratory problems, initially treated for gastritis without relief. Further investigation revealed a large right-sided diaphragmatic hernia linked to a prior trauma. The patient underwent successful laparoscopic repair via an abdominal approach, with the defect closed using sutures and polytetrafluoroethylene mesh. Identifying delayed TDH is challenging, but a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation can ensure timely diagnosis and effective treatment, helping to prevent serious complications.

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diaphragmatic hernialaparoscopic repairmeshtrauma

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PMCPMC12413762

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