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Chilaiditi's Syndrome: An Unusual Cause of Acute Respiratory Distress

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Chilaiditi's syndrome is characterized by hepatodiaphragmatic interposition of the bowel, usually colon, with associated symptoms. Occasionally, affected individuals may experience acute respiratory distress and retrosternal pain which can mimic life-threatening conditions like pulmonary embolism and myocardial infarction. This case report underscores the need for clinicians to be aware of this rare syndrome as it is amenable to conservative treatment in most instances.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71491

Authors: Prosper Adjei, Kingsley Owusu Manu, Paa Kwesi Asante Addison, Emmanuel Ntow, Bismark Kyeremeh, Basit Tordia

Institution: Methodist Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820