Asymptomatic diaphragmatic hernia in an elderly patient: case report and review of conservative management
Asymptomatic DH in adults is rare and relies on imaging for diagnosis. Conservative management with vigilant monitoring is a viable option for stable, high-risks surgical candidates, guided by individualized risk assessment. This case highlights the importance of tailored decision-making in managing asymptomatic DH in elderly patients.
Authors
- Augustin Kibonge Mukakala
- Christian Bisimwa Wabene (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3861-6401)
- Ahmed Abdel-Aziz
- Akram Allam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4600-1426)
- Ronald Kabaya Ntadi
- Jery Kasereka Kikwaya
- Daudet Balonga Basakuau
- Moïse M'Leshu Kwabene
Institutions
- University of Lubumbashi (CD)
- Institut Supérieur de Technique Médicale (CD)
- Université Officielle de Bukavu (CD)
- Université Catholique de Bukavu (CD)
- Institut Supérieur de Statistique de Lubumbashi (CD)
- Alexandria University (EG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Published
- 2025-11-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-025-03745-8
- Primary Topic
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00