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. 1986 May;62(727):389–391. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.62.727.389

'Spontaneous' rupture of the diaphragm.

G A McIndoe, N F Hopkins
PMCID: PMC2418682  PMID: 3763548

Abstract

A case of 'spontaneous' rupture of the diaphragm with herniation and strangulation of the stomach is reported. The diagnosis was made by endoscopy and repair achieved via laparotomy. The patient has made a full recovery.

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