The Mystery of Chilaiditi: Air Under the Diaphragm without Perforation

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https://doi.org/10.31837/cir.urug/9.1.15

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Chilaiditi syndrome, Pseudopneumoperitoneum, Colonic interposition

Abstract

Chilaiditi's sign is a rare radiological finding; it corresponds to the interposition of the intestine between the liver and the diaphragm. Generally, this anomaly is asymptomatic, in some cases it can generate symptoms and complications that lead to the diagnosis of "Chilaiditi syndrome." This analysis originated from a clinical case in our department, which prompted a reflection on the importance of an accurate diagnosis.

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2025-08-05

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Seballos V, Salvatierra M. The Mystery of Chilaiditi: Air Under the Diaphragm without Perforation. Cir. Urug. [Internet]. 2025 Aug. 5 [cited 2026 Jun. 10];9(1):ecir.urug.9.1.15. Available from: https://replica-revista.scu.org.uy/index.php/cir_urug/article/view/5875

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