A systematic review on diagnostics and surgical treatment of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias and presentation of the current management pathway. Author’s reply - Takeaways - MDSpire

A systematic review on diagnostics and surgical treatment of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias and presentation of the current management pathway. Author’s reply

  • By

  • J. P. Ramspott

  • M. Lechner

  • T. Jäger

  • K. Emmanuel

  • S. Regenbogen

  • June 18, 2022

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    The systematic review identified 41 studies detailing 44 adult cases of right-sided Bochdalek hernias.

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    Emergency surgeries were predominantly performed via laparotomy, with direct diaphragmatic suture in most cases.

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    Laparoscopy was utilized in only 9% of non-emergency cases, with some patients receiving no surgical intervention.

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    The quality of studies on adult non-traumatic right-sided Bochdalek hernias is generally moderate to low.

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    A management pathway was proposed, emphasizing quick diagnosis, urgent repair, and long-term follow-up.

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A systematic review on diagnostics and surgical treatment of adult right-sided Bochdalek hernias and presentation of the current management pathway. Author’s reply

  • by J. P. Ramspott, M. Lechner, T. Jäger, K. Emmanuel, S. Regenbogen

  • June 18, 2022

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