Diaphragmatic rupture is a type of diaphragmatic injury that occurs when a patient has a blunt abdominal injury, usually due to an accident. This is a strong impact injury that causes abdominal pressure to suddenly increase, causing the diaphragm to stretch and rupture.

Blunt abdominal trauma can cause serious damage to the diaphragm, such as a diaphragmatic rupture. Diaphragmatic repair is an effective emergency treatment for this condition.