Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare condition that occurs when the diaphragm – the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen – fails to close during prenatal …

Jun 15, 2011 · Large congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) defects often require the use of synthetic patches for tension-free repair. Although high rates of recurrence and other …

Mar 7, 2024 · Objective: This systematic review aims to evaluate current choices in practice and outcomes of biomaterials used in patch repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). …

A patch is used if the hole in the diaphragm is too large to suture (stitch) closed. The patch is placed in such a way that it does not interfere with the baby’s long-term growth. What should I …

The sequelae of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) continue well beyond the perinatal period. Up to 50% of these patients have subsequent recurrent herniation or small bowel …

Aug 22, 2023 · Thoracoscopic CDH repair is increasingly performed for Type A and small Type B defects that are amenable to primary repair. However, the thoracoscopic approach is …

Jul 16, 2024 · Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare defect of the diaphragm leading to herniation of the contents of the abdominal cavity into the thorax. While surgical correction is …

Background: Repair of large congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) defects still pose a significant challenge, as the defects cannot be repaired primarily. Two techniques have been widely …

Feb 3, 2018 · Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare congenital disease requiring neonatal surgical treatment. The traditional surgical management of CDH consists of …

Sometimes the diaphragm can be sewn together using sutures only (also called a “primary” repair), and sometimes the diaphragm repair requires a special patch (usually GoreTex®) to …