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CDH
Also written as: CDH — Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia requiring urgent neonatal surgical intervention.
Full Definition
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a birth defect where the diaphragm fails to form completely, allowing abdominal organs to move into the chest cavity. This condition affects lung development and can cause severe respiratory distress in newborns. The most common type is Bochdalek hernia, occurring on the left side in 85% of cases. Treatment involves initial stabilization of respiratory function followed by surgical repair, often requiring patch closure of large defects.
Usage
Usage note: Spell out on first use; distinguish from acquired hernias.
In Context
- "The newborn was diagnosed with left-sided CDH and required immediate intubation." — Emergency department record
- "Long-term outcomes for CDH patients depend on the degree of pulmonary hypoplasia." — Pediatric surgery review article
Also known as
congenital diaphragmatic hernia
diaphragmatic hernia
Don't confuse with
acquired diaphragmatic hernia
hiatal hernia