Introduction And Importance: We are reporting a case of a delayed hepatothorax due to a right-sided diaphragmatic rupture 13 years after a blunt trauma due to a motor vehicle accident, who presented as isolated gastritis without any type of respiratory symptomatology.
Case Presentation: Patient refers that his symptoms remained refractory to medical treatment and had gotten worse over time. Chest wall inspection showed asymmetric thoracic expansion and a decreased movement of right hemithorax when compared to the left.
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