European journal of pediatric surgery : official journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [et al] = Zeitschrift für Kinderchirurgie
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Acute right-sided diaphragmatic ruptures are rare in children. We report a case of traumatic right-sided diaphragmatic rupture in a child that was managed by delayed repair. The clinical presentation and importance of making an accurate diagnosis and confirmation of any associated visceral injury before definitive surgery is highlighted.