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[Agenesis of the diaphragm in a young adult. Apropos of a case].

Authors :
Daghfous MH
Moussa Haddad N
Shili S
Ben M'rad K
Ben Hamadi F
Lataief A
Ben Cheikh M
Source :
Journal de radiologie [J Radiol] 1997 Apr; Vol. 78 (4), pp. 309-11.
Publication Year :
1997

Abstract

We report a case of asymptomatic right diaphragm agenesis, in a 20-year-old adult hospitalized for internal bleeding. This kind of malformation is rare, particularly in adults thus it must be recognized. Imaging modalities are the main tool for diagnosis. It may be suggested by chest X-Ray US, baryum opacification and CT allow to establish a definite diagnosis depicting the herniated organs. The treatment is surgical and the prognosis is in general good.

Details

Language :
French
ISSN :
0221-0363
Volume :
78
Issue :
4
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal de radiologie
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9239368