Delayed presentation of bilateral Morgagni's hernia in a child with Down's Syndrome

Authors

• Ahmed H. Al-Salem, Department of Surgery, Qatif Central Hospital, PO Box 18432, Qatif 31911, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Fax. +966 (3) 8360326. E-mail: asalem56{at}hotmail.com
• Hussan A. Khawaher, Department of Pediatrics, Qatif Central Hospital, PO Box 18432 Qatif 31911, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Abstract

This case report describes the delayed presentation of bilateral Morgagni9s hernia in a 13-month-old girl with Down9s Syndrome. The report emphasizes the fact that a previously normal chest x-ray should not preclude the diagnosis of Morgagni9s hernia even when bilateral. The various presentations and the association between Morgagni9s hernia and Down9s Syndrome are also discussed.

Article Type

Case Report

First Page

237

Last Page

239

Recommended Citation

Al-Salem, Ahmed H. and Khawaher, Hussan A. (2002) "Delayed presentation of bilateral Morgagni's hernia in a child with Down's Syndrome," Saudi Medical Journal: Vol. 23: Iss. 2, Article 22.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15537/1658-3175.1632