Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Radiographic signs to diagnose diaphragmatic hernia in dogs and cats
By Hyun, Changbaig·Published in Journal of veterinary science·2004·School of Veterinary Sciences, Australia·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Radiographic diagnosis of diaphragmatic hernia: review of 60 cases in dogs and cats.
Plain-English summary
In this study, researchers looked at 60 cases of diaphragmatic hernia, a condition where organs move into the chest cavity, in both dogs and cats. They found that there was no specific age, sex, or breed that was more likely to have this issue. The liver, stomach, and small intestine were the organs most often found in the wrong place. To accurately diagnose this condition, at least two X-rays taken from different angles are needed, as some signs may not show up in just one view. The study also identified new helpful signs on X-rays, such as the position of the stomach and the movement of the trachea and bronchial tubes.
Abstract
Sixty cases of diaphragmatic hernia in dogs and cats were radiologically reviewed and categorized by their characteristic radiographic signs. Any particular predilection for age, sex, or breed was not observed. Liver, stomach and small intestine were more commonly herniated. At least two radiographs, at different angles, were required for a valid diagnosis, because some radiographic signs were not visible in a single radiographic view and more clearly detectable in two radiographic views. In addition to previously reported radiographic signs for diaphragmatic hernia, we found that the location of the stomach axis and the displacement of tracheal and bronchial segments were also useful radiographic signs.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15192344/