Laparoscopic repair of late presenting congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Authors: Craigie, R.; Mullassery, D.; Kenny, S.

Source: Hernia, Volume 11, Number 1, February 2007 , pp. 79-82(4)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia usually presents in the neonatal period, with delayed presentation being uncommon. Traditionally repair was performed by laparotomy or thoracotomy. We have performed laparoscopic repair of a previously undiagnosed congenital diaphragmatic hernia that presented acutely in a 10-year-old male. Laparoscopic repair of late-presenting congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a safe and effective approach even in an emergency. The laparoscopic approach has advantages including reduced hospital stay, excellent visualisation of the defect even for obese patients, and improved cosmesis.

Keywords: Laparoscopy; Diaphragmatic hernia; Congenital

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10029-006-0156-5

Affiliations: 1: Email: rosscraigie@doctors.org.uk

Publication date: 2007-02-01