Chilaiditi syndrome (CS) may cause respiratory symptoms that are worsened in a seated position. Constipation is one of the exacerbation factors in CS and laxatives is effective when CS causes the respiratory symptoms. We have reported a case of CS in a patient with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), complicated with constipation, the incidence and effects of CS on respiratory function in such patients remain unknown. We investigated the prevalence of CS and occurrence of constipation requiring treatment among patients with DMD, as well as the effect of posture on respiratory function.
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