Eur J Pediatr Surg 1997; 7(4): 241-242
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1071103
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Morgagni-Larrey Hernia Correction by Laparoscopic Surgery*

P.  Georgacopulo1 , A.  Franchella1 , G.  Mandrioli1 , V.  Stancanelli2 , A.  Perucci2
  • 1Divisione di Chirurgia Pediatrica, Arcispedale S. Anna, Ferrara, Ospedale S. Maria delle Croci, Ravenna, Italy
  • 2Divisione di Chirurgia Generale, Ospedale S. Maria delle Croci, Ravenna, Italy
* This article was presented at the International Symposium "Laparoscopic Procedures in Children - Sense and Non-sense", Utrecht, The Netherlands, April 7-8, 1995.
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Publication Date:
25 March 2008 (online)

Abstract

A new method of closure of Morgagni-Larrey hernia by video-assisted surgery is described in a child. Laparoscopy could in our opinion be an advantageous method for treatment of diaphragmatic defects.

Zusammenfassung

Es wird der Verschluß einer Morgagnischen Hernie durch laparoskopische Chirurgie beschrieben. Die Vorteile der laparoskopischen Chirurgie beim Verschluß von Zwerchfellhernien werden betont.

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