Congenital diaphragmatic hernia: an overview of the etiology and current management.
OBJECTIVE
To review provide an overview of the etiology and current strategies in the management of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH).


METHODS
We did a comprehensive review of research trends, evidence based studies and epidemiologic studies.


RESULTS
CDH is a life-threatening pathology in infants, and a major cause of death due to the pulmonary hypoplasia and pulmonary hypertension. There is much research related to elucidating the etiology of CDH and developing management strategies to improve the outcomes in these infants.


CONCLUSIONS
An early diagnosis with increased understanding of this disease is a crucial factor for a timely approach to managing the critically ill infant, and to offer the potential for improved outcomes and substantial reductions in morbidity.
Gaxiola
Alejandra
A
Universidad Autonoma de Baja California, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico.
Varon
Joseph
J
Valladolid
Genaro
G
D006548:Hernia, Diaphragmatic / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D065630:Hernias, Diaphragmatic, Congenital; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn