Disruption of the costal margin with transdiaphragmatic abdominal herniation induced by coughing

Am Surg. 2008 Apr;74(4):350-3.

Abstract

We present a case of disruption of the cartilage of the costal margin resulting in herniation of abdominal contents across the diaphragm into the chest and across a gap between the ribs into the subcutaneous tissues. The literature on this condition and its management is reviewed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cough / complications*
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / diagnosis
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / etiology*
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Obesity / complications
  • Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive / complications