A rare Bochdalek hernia in an adult: a case report

Abstract Background Symptomatic Bochdalek hernias are found mainly in infants in respiratory distress and occur rarely in adults. Case presentation We report a rare case of Bochdalek hernia associated with developmental abnormalities in an adult who exhibited acute chest pain and dyspnea on exertion. Conclusions This case highlights the importance of the differential diagnosis of acute left-sided chest pain and antenatal examination.