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A diaphragmatic hernia is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm, occurring before birth, that allows part of the abdominal organs to migrate into the chest cavity.
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Symptoms
Severe breathing difficulty usually develops shortly after the baby is born, because of ineffective movement of the dia...
Causes
A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by the improper joining of structures during fetal development. As a result, the abdom...
Tests
The pregnant mother may have excessive amounts of amniotic fluid. Fetal ultrasound may show abdominal contents in the c...
Treatments
A diaphragmatic hernia is an emergency that requires surgery. Surgery is done to place the abdominal organs into the pr...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911. A diaphragmatic hernia is a surgical emergenc...
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