Diaphragmatic Hernia

Diaphragmatic hernia is a defect or hole in the diaphragm that allows the abdominal contents to move into the chest cavity. Treatment is usually surgical.

The following types of diaphragmatic hernia exist:

  • Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
    • Morgagni's hernia
    • Bochdalek hernia
  • Hiatal hernia
  • Iatrogenic diaphragmatic hernia
  • Traumatic diaphragmatic hernia

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