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Unusual associations of bilateral Morgagni hernia in a child with Down’s syndrome: a case report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Morgagni hernia is a rare form of congenital diaphragmatic hernia. It is associated with Down’s syndrome as well as other congenital anomalies. Pediatric patients usually present with respiratory manifestations, the clinical presentation of Morgagni hernia is non-specific. Therefore, Morgagni hernia is mainly diagnosed by radiological imaging. The rarity of this type of hernia along with the vague clinical presentation can lead to missed diagnosis.

Source: International Surgery Journal

DOI: 10.18203/2349-2902.isj20243250

Authors: Nabil Ahmed Shayba, Izzat Malkani, Mishraz Shaikh, Kamal Mostafa Alshamiri

Institution: King Saud Medical City

Language: English

Topic: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403882089

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