children s health issues
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Diagnosis of Diaphragmatic Hernia
Before birth, prenatal ultrasonography After birth, a chest x-ray In some cases, the defect can be detected before birth using Ultrasonography . Diagnosis of diaphragmatic hernia before birth allows for delivery in a high-risk center and for the staff to prepare for treatment of the defect. After birth, a Chest Imaging usually shows the defect. 