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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Amy R Mehollin-Ray1

  • 1E. B. Singleton Department of Radiology, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine, 6701 Fannin St., Suite 470, Houston, TX, 77030, USA. armeholl@texaschildrens.org.

Pediatric Radiology
|November 30, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a severe condition requiring specialized fetal care. Pediatric radiologists are crucial for diagnosing CDH, assessing its severity, and guiding treatment for optimal outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Neonatal Surgery

Background:

  • Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a significant congenital anomaly with potential for severe respiratory compromise.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for multidisciplinary management and improved fetal and neonatal outcomes.
  • Fetal care centers provide specialized expertise for evaluating and managing complex cases like CDH.

Observation:

  • Pediatric radiologists are integral to the diagnostic process for CDH.
  • Imaging plays a key role in anatomical description and prognostic assessment of CDH.
  • Distinguishing features and imaging clues are vital for identifying different types of CDH.

Findings:

  • This review details various types of congenital diaphragmatic hernias, highlighting key imaging features.
  • It covers established methods for predicting CDH severity using imaging.
  • Current fetal and postnatal therapeutic strategies for CDH are explained.

Implications:

  • This article serves as a practical reference for pediatric radiologists managing CDH cases.
  • Accurate radiological assessment aids in planning delivery and postnatal care for affected infants.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration is emphasized for optimizing the care of fetuses and mothers with CDH.

Keywords:
Congenital diaphragmatic herniaDiaphragmFetusHerniaLung volumeMagnetic resonance imagingUltrasound

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