Morgagni Hernia

ABSTRACT

The cause of a congenital diaphragmatic hernia is unknown. However, it is believed to result from a failure of pleuroperitoneal canal closure in a developing embryo. Congenital herniation of the anteromedial, retrosternal diaphragm is known as Morgagni hernia. We experienced a case of Morgagni hernia in an eighty three-year-old female who was admitted complaining of right upper abdominal pain. The Morgagni hernia was found incidentally by abdominal CT, Chest PA and right lateral view during the work up. A reduction of the transverse colon and greater omentum, and a cholecystectomy were performed. The size of the opening was 5x6 cm. The patient was discharged without complications.