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TERMINOLOGY
Synonyms
- Anterior diaphragmatic hernia
- Morgagni-Larrey hernia (if left-sided)
Definitions
- Malunion of septum transversum (embryologic central tendon of diaphragm) to anterior body wall
- Centered in Morgagni foramen (diaphragmatic defect in sternocostal triangle)
- Intrathoracic migration of abdominal contents via retrosternal defect
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Selected References
- Svetanoff WJ et al: Morgagni Hernia. StatPearls, 2021
- Sharma R et al: Routes of transdiaphragmatic migration from the abdomen to the chest. Radiographics. 40(5):1205-18, 2020
- Black MC et al: Innovative and contemporary interventions of diaphragmatic disorders. J Thorac Imaging. 34(4):236-47, 2019
- Koo CW et al: The breadth of the diaphragm: updates in embryogenesis and role of imaging. Br J Radiol. 91(1088):20170600, 2018
- Nason LK et al: Imaging of the diaphragm: anatomy and function. Radiographics. 32(2):E51-70, 2012
- Sandstrom CK et al: Diaphragmatic hernias: a spectrum of radiographic appearances. Curr Probl Diagn Radiol. 40(3):95-115, 2011
- Roberts HC: Imaging the diaphragm. Thorac Surg Clin. 19(4):431-50, v, 2009
- Coulier B et al: Gastric volvulus through a Morgagni hernia: multidetector computed tomography diagnosis. Emerg Radiol. 15(3):197-201, 2008
- Tyrell D et al: Half-Fourier acquisition single-shot turbo spin echo imaging in the diagnosis of Morgagni hernia. J Magn Reson Imaging. 14(5):653-7, 2001
- Angrisani L et al: Hernia of foramen of Morgagni in adult: case report of laparoscopic repair. JSLS. 4(2):177-81, 2000
- Brink JA et al: Abnormalities of the diaphragm and adjacent structures: findings on multiplanar spiral CT scans. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 163(2):307-10, 1994
- Panicek DM et al: The diaphragm: anatomic, pathologic, and radiologic considerations. Radiographics. 8(3):385-425, 1988
- Gale ME: Anterior diaphragm: variations in the CT appearance. Radiology. 161(3):635-9, 1986
- Kleinman PK et al: The anterior diaphragmatic attachments: an anatomic and radiologic study with clinical correlates. Radiology. 155(2):289-93, 1985
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KEY FACTS
Terminology
Imaging
Top Differential Diagnoses
Pathology
Clinical Issues
Diagnostic Checklist
TERMINOLOGY
Synonyms
- Anterior diaphragmatic hernia
- Morgagni-Larrey hernia (if left-sided)
Definitions
- Malunion of septum transversum (embryologic central tendon of diaphragm) to anterior body wall
- Centered in Morgagni foramen (diaphragmatic defect in sternocostal triangle)
- Intrathoracic migration of abdominal contents via retrosternal defect
IMAGING
General Features
Radiographic Findings
Fluoroscopic Findings
CT Findings
MR Findings
Imaging Recommendations
DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS
PATHOLOGY
General Features
Gross Pathologic & Surgical Features
CLINICAL ISSUES
Presentation
Demographics
Natural History & Prognosis
Treatment
DIAGNOSTIC CHECKLIST
Consider
Selected References
- Svetanoff WJ et al: Morgagni Hernia. StatPearls, 2021
- Sharma R et al: Routes of transdiaphragmatic migration from the abdomen to the chest. Radiographics. 40(5):1205-18, 2020
- Black MC et al: Innovative and contemporary interventions of diaphragmatic disorders. J Thorac Imaging. 34(4):236-47, 2019
- Koo CW et al: The breadth of the diaphragm: updates in embryogenesis and role of imaging. Br J Radiol. 91(1088):20170600, 2018
- Nason LK et al: Imaging of the diaphragm: anatomy and function. Radiographics. 32(2):E51-70, 2012
- Sandstrom CK et al: Diaphragmatic hernias: a spectrum of radiographic appearances. Curr Probl Diagn Radiol. 40(3):95-115, 2011
- Roberts HC: Imaging the diaphragm. Thorac Surg Clin. 19(4):431-50, v, 2009
- Coulier B et al: Gastric volvulus through a Morgagni hernia: multidetector computed tomography diagnosis. Emerg Radiol. 15(3):197-201, 2008
- Tyrell D et al: Half-Fourier acquisition single-shot turbo spin echo imaging in the diagnosis of Morgagni hernia. J Magn Reson Imaging. 14(5):653-7, 2001
- Angrisani L et al: Hernia of foramen of Morgagni in adult: case report of laparoscopic repair. JSLS. 4(2):177-81, 2000
- Brink JA et al: Abnormalities of the diaphragm and adjacent structures: findings on multiplanar spiral CT scans. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 163(2):307-10, 1994
- Panicek DM et al: The diaphragm: anatomic, pathologic, and radiologic considerations. Radiographics. 8(3):385-425, 1988
- Gale ME: Anterior diaphragm: variations in the CT appearance. Radiology. 161(3):635-9, 1986
- Kleinman PK et al: The anterior diaphragmatic attachments: an anatomic and radiologic study with clinical correlates. Radiology. 155(2):289-93, 1985
