Case Report

Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration

Volume: 16 Number: 1 March 14, 2024
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Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration

Abstract

Abstract Diaphragmatic eventration is commonly seen following high-energy traumas, particularly due to traffic accidents and falls from significant heights. This pathology has the potential to influence both the gastrointestinal and cardiorespiratory systems, presenting with a variety of symptoms. A 45-year-old male patient, with a history of trauma from falling off a tree, sought medical attention at our clinic with dyspeptic complaints and symptoms of shortness of breath. During the physical examination, diminished sounds were detected in the right lung field, along with epigastric tenderness. For diagnostic purposes, a posteroanterior chest radiograph (CXRs) and thoracic computed tomography (CT) scan were obtained. A subsequent bronchoscopy, performed with a pulmonology consultation, revealed decreased diaphragmatic movements. Taking into account the findings, a thoracic surgery treatment plan was devised for the patient. This case report underscores the significance of considering the seldom-encountered pathology of diaphragmatic eventration in patients presenting with dyspeptic and respiratory complaints. Keeping in mind that patients with such symptoms frequently turn to family physicians, it highlights the pivotal role of a multidisciplinary primary care approach in initiating the diagnostic trajectory.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Health Services and Systems (Other)

Journal Section

Case Report

Publication Date

March 14, 2024

Submission Date

October 9, 2023

Acceptance Date

February 29, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 16 Number: 1

APA
Yıldız, L. M., & Cubukcu, M. (2024). Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration. Konuralp Medical Journal, 16(1), 102-106. https://doi.org/10.18521/ktd.1373559
AMA
1.Yıldız LM, Cubukcu M. Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration. Konuralp Medical Journal. 2024;16(1):102-106. doi:10.18521/ktd.1373559
Chicago
Yıldız, Latife Merve, and Mahcube Cubukcu. 2024. “Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-Traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration”. Konuralp Medical Journal 16 (1): 102-6. https://doi.org/10.18521/ktd.1373559.
EndNote
Yıldız LM, Cubukcu M (March 1, 2024) Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration. Konuralp Medical Journal 16 1 102–106.
IEEE
[1]L. M. Yıldız and M. Cubukcu, “Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration”, Konuralp Medical Journal, vol. 16, no. 1, pp. 102–106, Mar. 2024, doi: 10.18521/ktd.1373559.
ISNAD
Yıldız, Latife Merve - Cubukcu, Mahcube. “Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-Traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration”. Konuralp Medical Journal 16/1 (March 1, 2024): 102-106. https://doi.org/10.18521/ktd.1373559.
JAMA
1.Yıldız LM, Cubukcu M. Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration. Konuralp Medical Journal. 2024;16:102–106.
MLA
Yıldız, Latife Merve, and Mahcube Cubukcu. “Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-Traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration”. Konuralp Medical Journal, vol. 16, no. 1, Mar. 2024, pp. 102-6, doi:10.18521/ktd.1373559.
Vancouver
1.Latife Merve Yıldız, Mahcube Cubukcu. Hidden Behind Chronic Dyspeptic Symptoms: Post-traumatic Diaphragmatic Eventration. Konuralp Medical Journal. 2024 Mar. 1;16(1):102-6. doi:10.18521/ktd.1373559

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