Notes in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

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Published	10/08/2024	A congenital diaphragmatic hernia happens due to failure of closure of the {{c1::pleuroperitoneal canal}}
Published	10/08/2024	Whether an infant presents early or late due to a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, depends on the degree of {{c1::pulmonary hypoplasia}}
Published	10/08/2024	Immediate/early post-natal presentation of a congenital diaphragmatic hernia:Degree of pulmonary hypoplasia: {{c1::Respiratory distress}}{{c1::Mediast…
Published	10/08/2024	Signs on chest x ray  of a congenital diaphragmatic hernia (5):{{c1::Absence of visible diaphragmBowel loops in chest, absence of these…
Published	10/08/2024	Resus managment of a child with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia:Avoid using a {{c4::bag and mask}} for venitlation. Instead, you should {{c1::intuba…
Published	10/08/2024	Most congenital diaphragmatic hernias are repaired through an {{c1::abdominal surgical approach. You return the contents and close the defect}}. …
Published	10/08/2024	Children with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia have a better prognosis if:{{c1::Early presentation! i.e. 2h of life}}Absence of {{c1::stomach in the …
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