Iatrogenic diaphragmatic hernia after thoracoscopy. case report
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diaphragmatic hernia, minimally invasive surgery, thoracoscopic surgery, Iatrogenic diaphragmatic herniaAbstract
Introduction: Diaphragmatic hernia is a rare iatrogenic complication with late and nonspecific manifestations, making diagnosis difficult. Case presentation: We present a clinical case of a 32-year-old woman with iatrogenic diaphragmatic hernia following pulmonary decortication via thoracoscopy for pleural tuberculosis. Conclusion: Given the exceptionally low frequency of this complication, maintaining a high index of suspicion is essential for early diagnosis and immediate intervention.
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