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 development. This allows abdominal organs (stomach, intestines, and/or liver) to move into the chest.

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 morbidities have been previously reported, our favorable perception of patch repair prompted this review.

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). Background: Multiple biomaterials, both novel and combinations of pre-existing materials are employed in patch repair of large size CDHs.

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 know about feeding a baby with CDH?

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 obstruction (SBO). A recent trend has been toward the use of bioactive prosthetic materials.

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 controversial for larger defects necessitating a patch due to technical …

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 the definitive treatment, CDH repair is not a surgical emergency.

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 used: autologous anterior abdominal wall muscle flap and prosthetic patch.

Feb 3, 2018 · Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare congenital disease requiring neonatal surgical treatment. The traditional surgical management of CDH consists of diaphragmatic repair by laparotomy. Thoracoscopic repair techniques have been well described for CDH with late presentation.

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 close the diaphragm (also called a “patch” repair).