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A diaphragmatic hernia is a birth defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm, the muscle that helps you breathe. The opening allows part of the abdominal organs to move into the chest area. |
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Symptoms
Severe breathing difficulty usually develops shortly after the baby is born, because of ineffective movement of the d...
Causes
A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by the improper joining of structures during fetal development. As a result, the abd...
Tests
The pregnant mother may have excessive amounts of amniotic fluid. Fetal ultrasound may show abdominal contents in the...
Treatments
A diaphragmatic hernia is an emergency that requires surgery. Surgery is done to place the abdominal organs into the ...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911. A diaphragmatic hernia is a surgical emerge...
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