Abstract
Lung hernia is defined as a protrusion of lung parenchyma beyond the confines of the musculoskeletal thorax. Lung hernias can be classified according to location (i.e., cervical, thoracic, or diaphragmatic) and etiology. Approximately 80% of reported cases of lung hernia are acquired, usually related to trauma or surgery. Symptoms are few, infrequent, and vague. A painless, local, and inconstant bulging is evident on physical examination. The diagnosis of a lung herniation is accomplished using chest radiographs in the most cases. Surgery is usually reserved for large hernias or incarcerated hernias.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 75-82 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Thoracic Imaging |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 1996 |
Keywords
- Acquired
- Etiology
- Lung hernia
- Lung parenchyma
- Lung parenchyma: Congenital
- Musculoskeletal thorax
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging
- Radiological and Ultrasound Technology