Large congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Elective C section. 38/40 newborn. Respiratory distress needing PEEP.

Patient Data

Age: newborn
Gender: Female

NG tube tip in distal esophagus.

Large diaphragmatic hernia with bowel occupying the whole of the left thoracic cavity.

Extensive mediastinal shift.

Case Discussion

A large congenital diaphragmatic hernia necessitating urgent surgical correction following birth.

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