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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia ( CDH) is a birth defect of the diaphragm. The most common type of CDH is a Bochdalek hernia; other types include Morgagni hernia, diaphragm eventration and central tendon defects of the diaphragm. Malformation of the diaphragm allows the abdominal organs to push into the chest cavity, hindering proper lung ...
A congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is due to the abnormal development of the diaphragm while the fetus is forming. A defect in the diaphragm of the fetus allows one or more of their abdominal ...
Bochdalek hernia is one of two forms of a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, the other form being Morgagni hernia. A Bochdalek hernia is a congenital abnormality in which an opening exists in the infant's diaphragm, allowing normally intra-abdominal organs (particularly the stomach and intestines) to enter into the thoracic cavity.
Congenital hip dislocation (CHD) occurs when a child is born with an unstable hip. It’s caused by abnormal formation of the hip joint during their early stages of fetal development. Another name ...
Potter sequence is the atypical physical appearance of a baby due to oligohydramnios experienced when in the uterus. [1] It includes clubbed feet, pulmonary hypoplasia and cranial anomalies related to the oligohydramnios. [clarification needed] Oligohydramnios is the decrease in amniotic fluid volume sufficient to cause deformations in morphogenesis of the baby.
Parents of preemies are eager to learn about premature baby survival rates. This breakdown by week is a guide to what you can expect.
How are infant breathing disorders treated? Your baby’s treatment plan will depend on their specific condition and the severity of their symptoms.
Congenital heart defect. A congenital heart defect ( CHD ), also known as a congenital heart anomaly, congenital cardiovascular malformation, and congenital heart disease, is a defect in the structure of the heart or great vessels that is present at birth. [7] A congenital heart defect is classed as a cardiovascular disease. [10]