Prognostic Factors in Bochdalek Hernia

Bochdalek hernia in an octogenarian.

An 81-year-old chronic smoker with known chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presented with a 2-day history of dyspnoea and dry cough in January 2012. His oxygen saturation was normal, but physical examination revealed occasional expiratory wheezing and decreased air entry over the right lower zone. The complete blood picture showed no leukocytoses. The patient was initially managed as...

Bilaterally Located Bochdalek Hernia Bilateral Yerleşimli Bochdalek Hernisi

Bochdalek hernia is a type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) that typically presents in childhood, but may rarely be detected in adults. Most cases are asymptomatic and diagnosed incidentally. Hernias are often located on the leftside,while bilateral location is rare. We present a 75-year-old man in whom bilaterally Bochdalek hernia was detected incidentally. (Tur Toraks Der 2009;11:147-50)

Late appearance of Bochdalek hernia.

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Bochdalek hernia causing pulmonary hypertension.

Symptomatic Bochdalek Hernia in an Adult

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Bochdalek hernias are congenital diaphragmatic defects resulting from the failure of posterolateral diaphragmatic foramina to fuse in utero. Symptomatic Bochdalek hernias in adults are infrequent and may lead to gastrointestinal dysfunction or severe pulmonary disease. We describe our experience with this rare entity. METHODS A retrospective chart review was performe...