Retracted: Diagnostic Dilemma of a Diaphragmatic Hernia

Abstract

Diaphragmatic hernia post esophagectomy is a rare complication but a reality in its existence. It is typically difficult to diagnose but highly depends on keeping high index of suspicion. In our case report, the young male who underwent esophagectomy for esophageal carcinoma, remained disease free and stable in his 9 months follow up, suddenly presented in the emergency department with the symptoms of shortness of breath, chest pain, vomiting and tachycardia. The case was typically complicated by the initial treatment given for acute ischemia and cardiogenic shock. Radiological findings proved to be helpful and turning point in the diagnosis and overall management.

Notice of Retraction

“…In September 2018, the Journal of Cancer and Allied Specialties (JCAS) published a clinical case report ‘Diagnostic Dilemma of a Diaphragmatic Hernia’ by Salman Yahya, Sonia Zafar and Hafsa Babar. [ 1 ] Earlier this year, it was brought to the knowledge of the journal that a similar clinical case report had been published in the Journal of Ayub Medical College (JAMC) by a different set of authors. [ 2 ] We reviewed both of the manuscripts and concluded that they discussed different aspects of medical management, they were based on the same clinical case.…”

“…Therefore, the JCAS will be retracting the clinical case report ‘Diagnostic Dilemma of a Diaphragmatic Hernia’ by Salman Yahya, Sonia Zafar and Hafsa Babar. [ 1 ]…”