Lifesaving Precision: Critical Diaphragmatic Hernia Repaired in 3-Day-Old Baby

Born in respiratory collapse, the 3-day-old infant suffered from severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). A massive opening in the diaphragm allowed the stomach, spleen, and intestinal loops to migrate into the left thoracic cavity, severely compressing the left lung.

With pulmonary hypertension escalating and oxygen saturation falling, Dr. Raghul M led an immediate emergency reconstruction under specialized neonatal anesthesia.

Through an exquisite micro-subcostal approach, the herniated abdominal organs were gently repositioned back into the peritoneal cavity without compromising organ perfusion. The congenital diaphragmatic defect was reconstructed with high-tensile tension-free closure.

Following the repair, pulmonary mechanics stabilized immediately. The newborn demonstrated complete bilateral lung expansion and was discharged home thriving on maternal nursing.