Diaphragmatic trauma
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Background
- Associated w/ GSW to lower chest/upper abdomen
- Rarely a/w blunt trauma
- If missed can lead to herniation of abd viscera and to a tension enterothorax
Clinical Features
Differential Diagnosis
Workup
- CT C/A/P w/ contrast
- Pass OG tube and check if tube curves up from abdomen into the chest
- Upper GI series (looking for viscera in the chest)
Management
Disposition
Admit