Surgical Treatment of Anterior Diaphragmatic Hernia

Diaphragmatic Hernia Through the Foramen of Morgagni: Laparoscopic Repair Case Report

“…Usually found in adults, they commonly extend to the right side.2 The patients are frequently obese. 3 Many of these hernias are probably acquired, developing through a weak area of attachment between the diaphragm and the sternum and costal cartilage. The sac usually contains omentum or transverse colon.…”

Laparoscopic repair of a diaphragmatic hernia through the foramen of Morgagni

“…Operative repair is recommended in symptomatic cases or for suspected strangulation [3]. Since this hernia occurs more frequently in obese or elderly patients [9], the laparoscopic approach seems more suitable than the abdominal or transthoracic approach, especially if the preoperative diagnosis can be established.…”