Diaphragm Surgery
Why is diaphragm surgery necessary?
The diaphragm is the muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity.
When herniation, paralysis (paralysis), elevation, tearing due to trauma or tumor occurs in this muscle, it may need to be treated with surgery.
Why do I need surgery?
In diaphragm diseases, medication is usually not sufficient and surgery is required to eliminate the disease.
What are the Methods of Surgery?
The diaphragm can be accessed by opening the abdominal or chest cavity. The decision on which route to use is based on factors such as the condition of the disease, whether it is on the right or left side, and the time elapsed since the onset of the disease. In addition, many diaphragm operations can be performed endoscopically today.
In diaphragm diseases, medication is usually not sufficient and surgery is required to eliminate the disease.
What are the Risks of Surgery?
The risk varies according to the patient’s age, general condition and the presence or absence of comorbidities. It usually has a low complication rate. However, rare cases such as bleeding, infection and recurrence of herniation may occur.
How many days should I stay in the hospital for surgery?
The average hospital stay is 3-4 days.