Abstract
Lung hernia is a rare condition defined as the external protrusion of lung tissue from the thorax, which usually occurs after trauma or thoracic surgery. A chest computed tomography while performing the Valsalva manoeuvre is useful for a definitive diagnosis.
Original language | English |
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Article number | e00323 |
Journal | Respirology Case Reports |
Volume | 6 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine