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Intrathoracic migration of ventriculo-peritoneal shunt via Morgagni hernia

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We present the case of a 5-month-old patient presenting with pleural migration of ventriculo-peritoneal shunt catheter who returned 2 months later with respiratory distress. Ultimately, the diagnosis of a Morgagni hernia… Click to show full abstract

We present the case of a 5-month-old patient presenting with pleural migration of ventriculo-peritoneal shunt catheter who returned 2 months later with respiratory distress. Ultimately, the diagnosis of a Morgagni hernia was made. This diagnosis, though rare, should be entertained in certain clinical settings.

Keywords: morgagni hernia; ventriculo peritoneal; peritoneal shunt; migration ventriculo

Journal Title: Child's Nervous System
Year Published: 2020

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