Robotic-Assisted Repair of Morgagni Hernia in an Adult Patient: A Case Report.

Morgagni hernia is a rare congenital diaphragmatic defect representing a small percentage of all diaphragmatic hernias. Although often diagnosed in childhood, many cases remain asymptomatic until adulthood and are frequently identified incidentally or during the evaluation of nonspecific respiratory or gastrointestinal symptoms. Surgical repair is generally recommended because of the potential risk of incarceration and strangulation. Minimally invasive approaches have become widely adopted treatment strategies, and robotic-assisted surgery has emerged as an alternative that may offer technical advantages in complex diaphragmatic repairs. We present the case of an adult patient with an anterior diaphragmatic hernia who underwent successful robotic-assisted repair with primary closure and mesh reinforcement. The procedure was completed without major complications, and postoperative recovery was favorable. This case highlights the feasibility of robotic-assisted Morgagni hernia repair and illustrates its potential role as a minimally invasive option for managing complex diaphragmatic defects.