Locked lung by looped hernia: a case report
2009
Locked Lung by Looped Hernia: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Rahman Abu-Ahmed, Panda Mukta
Primary Institution: UT College of Medicine, Chattanooga
Conclusion
The case highlights the unusual presentation of an incarcerated diaphragmatic hernia as massive recurrent pleural effusions.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had recurrent pleural effusions over six weeks.
- A diagnostic and therapeutic video-assisted thoracoscopy revealed a diaphragmatic hernia.
- After hernia repair, there was no recurrence of pleural effusion over 2 years.
Takeaway
A man had a big fluid buildup in his chest that didn't hurt him, but it turned out to be caused by a hernia in his diaphragm. After fixing the hernia, he felt better.
Methodology
The patient underwent diagnostic and therapeutic video-assisted thoracoscopy to identify and repair the diaphragmatic hernia.
Limitations
The case is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 44-year-old Caucasian male.
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