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1: Br J Surg. 1977 Mar;64(3):215-7.Links

Herniation through the foramen of Morgagni in children.

Thomas GG, Clitherow NR.

Eight cases of herniation through the foramen of Morgagni are described. They fell into two distinct groups presenting either as neonatal respiratory distress or as an incidental findings in older children. Diagnosis is essentially radiological, stressing the importance of a lateral film. Surgical repair is advocated. the abdominal approach being perferred. Pneumopericardium is a rare but severe complication.

PMID: 890271 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]