Eventration of diaphragm with gastric volvulus: a case report
2008
Diaphragm Eventration with Gastric Volvulus: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
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Author Information
Author(s): Shah Naveed Nazir, Mohsin Mir, Khursheed Syed Quibtiya, Farooq Syed Suraiya Arjumand, Buchh Arshad Altaf, Quraishi Abdul Quadir
Primary Institution: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Hospital, AMU, Aligarh, UP, India
Conclusion
Surgical repair is necessary for symptomatic gastric volvulus associated with diaphragmatic eventration.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with progressive dyspnea and gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Postoperative symptoms improved after surgery.
- Pulmonary function tests showed slight improvement after the procedure.
Takeaway
A 60-year-old man had a problem with his diaphragm and stomach that made it hard for him to breathe and eat, but surgery helped him feel better.
Methodology
The patient underwent plication of the left hemidiaphragm and anterior gastropexy through an abdominal approach.
Participant Demographics
60-year-old Asian male, laborer.
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