drsayann intraabdominal viscera (colon, omentum and intestin | Figure 1

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Case Summary

Dr Sayann intraabdominal viscera (colon, omentum and intestine) are seen in the left thoracic cavity via diaphragmatic defect due to blast trauma. 1st figure is preoperative chest X-ray. It revealed dextrocardia and left hemidiaphragm elevation. 3rd figure is postoperative roentgen.

Tags: #Diaphragmatic-hernia #diaphragm #colon #viscera #diapragm-rupture #trauma #blast #thoracic #dextrocardia

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