What is morgagni hernia?
What is morgagni hernia?
Morgagni hernia is a rare form of congenital diaphragmatic hernia with a prevalence of 2–3%. It occurs due to a defect on the anterior part of the diaphragm, which allows abdominal organs to penetrate into the thoracic cavity.
What are the types of diaphragmatic hernia?
Types
- Congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Morgagni’s hernia. Bochdalek hernia.
- Hiatal hernia.
- Iatrogenic diaphragmatic hernia.
- Traumatic diaphragmatic hernia.
Where is a morgagni hernia located?
Morgagni’s hernia is the herniation of the intra-abdominal organs through a congenital defect in the diaphragm immediately behind the sternum [1]. Its cases are very rare and make up 2-3% of all cases among the four types of congenital diaphragmatic hernias [2].
How do you treat a Bochdalek hernia?
Management of a Bochdalek hernia includes reducing the abdominal contents and repairing the defect through a laparotomy or thoracotomy. Successful laparoscopic and thoracoscopic repairs of Bochdalek hernias have both been described.
Which is right sided Morgagni or Bochdalek hernias?
Morgagni hernias are one of the congenital diaphragmatic hernias (CDH), and is characterised by herniation through the foramen of Morgagni. When compared to Bochdalek hernias, Morgagni hernias are: anterior. more often right-sided (~90%)
What kind of surgery is needed for Bochdalek hernia?
In surgical repair, the Morgagni hernia is best approached via laparotomy, and the Bochdalek hernia can be treated through thoracotomy or laparotomy. (Folia Morphol 2011; 70, 1: 5–12) Key words: congenital diaphragmatic hernias, Bochdalek hernia, Morgagni hernia, adult 6 Folia Morphol., 2011, Vol. 70, No. 1
What are the symptoms of a Morgagni hernia?
Newborns may present with respiratory distress at birth similar to a Bochdalek hernia. Additionally, recurrent chest infections and gastrointestinal symptoms have been reported in those with previously undiagnosed Morgagni hernia.
What kind of surgery is used for Morgagni hernia?
In surgical repair, the Morgagni hernia is best approached via laparotomy, and the Bochdalek hernia can be treated through thoracotomy or laparotomy. (Folia Morphol 2011; 70, 1: 5–12)