Congenital diaphragmatic hernia: current status and review of the literature [PDF]
, 2018 Treatment of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) challenges obstetricians, pediatric surgeons, and neonatologists. Persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHT) associated with lung hypoplasia in CDH leads to a high mortality rate at birth.
de Buys Roessingh, Anthony +1 more
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Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, Volume 10, Issue 1, Page 103-112, January 2026.This study introduces the Hiki Index (HI), a novel radiographic metric based on upright abdominal X‐rays, to objectively assess postoperative gastric dilatation after gastrectomy. The HI demonstrated strong predictive value for gastrointestinal symptoms and the need for therapeutic intervention, offering a practical tool for early detection and ...
Hiroki Harada +9 more
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A genome-wide association study identifies four novel susceptibility loci underlying inguinal hernia. [PDF]
, 2015 Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most commonly performed operations in the world, yet little is known about the genetic mechanisms that predispose individuals to develop inguinal hernias.
Ahituv, Nadav +8 more
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Nationwide Survey of the Surgical Treatment for Hiatal Hernia in Japan
Annals of Gastroenterological Surgery, Volume 10, Issue 1, Page 113-127, January 2026.This nationwide study of 960 hiatal hernia surgeries in Japan found that patients with Type I hernia had distinct characteristics and more favorable surgical outcomes compared to Types II–IV. Postoperative dysphagia was significantly associated with Types II–IV, preoperative dysphagia, and esophageal strictures, highlighting the need for careful ...
Soji Ozawa +8 more
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Efficacy of lung volume optimization maneuver monitored by optoelectronic pletismography in the management of congenital diaphragmatic hernia [PDF]
, 2017 Newborns affected by congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) need cardio-respiratory stabilization before undergoing surgical repair. Open lung strategy is a well-established approach to optimize lung volume in preterm infants with Respiratory Distress ...
Aliverti, A +6 more
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Current Nationwide Landscape of Cardiac Surgery for Children With Trisomy 18 in Japan
American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A, Volume 200, Issue 1, Page 77-83, January 2026.ABSTRACT Despite the increasing number of retrospective cohorts describing successful cardiac surgery for children with trisomy 18, no consensus has been reached among healthcare providers regarding cardiac surgery in Japan. This study provided a benchmark to facilitate consensus building by assessing a nationwide surgical database in Japan. A total of
Shintaro Nemoto +5 more
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Incarcerated right-sided diaphragmatic hernia in a patient undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Clinical and Biomedical Research, 2017 Bochdalek hernia is the most common congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Its symptoms are normally diagnosed and treated during the neonatal period. Conversely, in adults it is usually asymptomatic and, as a consequence, this group is misdiagnosed. A case of
Daniel Navarini +5 more
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A Rare Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia with Lower Esophageal Atresia and Perforation
International Journal of Pediatrics, 2010 Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is known to be associated with esophageal atresia, which is a rare association. We report a rare occurrence of congenital diaphragmatic hernia and lower esophageal atresia.
Narendra Kumar Are +2 more
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CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA AND ESOPHAGEAL ATRESIA: THE IMPORTANCE OF RESPIRATORY FOLLOW-UP IN CONGENITAL THORACIC MALFORMATION [PDF]
, 2013 Esophageal atresia, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, pulmonary function test, respiratory morbidity, Long-term follow ...
CORSELLO, Giovanni +5 more
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The Impact of Chlamydia Treatment During Pregnancy on Birth Defects in New York State
Birth Defects Research, Volume 118, Issue 1, January 2026.ABSTRACT Background Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) diagnoses are highest among females of reproductive age. Yet, little is known about adverse infant outcomes associated with treatment for CT infections during pregnancy, including birth defects. Methods Using de‐identified matched data from the New York State (NYS) Sexually Transmitted Infection ...
Elizabeth M. Boos +6 more
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