Journal of Clinical Pediatrics ›› 2024, Vol. 42 ›› Issue (1): 24-27.doi: 10.12372/jcp.2024.23e0877

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Fetal intervention of severe congenital diaphragm hernia: Chinese practice

CHEN Gongli, QI Hongbo   

  1. Chongqing Health Center for Women and Children, Women and Children’s Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing 401147, China
  • Received:2023-09-11 Online:2024-01-15 Published:2024-01-05

Abstract:

Fetal diaphragmatic hernia, a birth defect, significantly contributes to neonatal mortality. Despite advancements in neonatal care, anesthesia and surgery, the mortality rate associated with severe cases continues to be alarmingly high, posing persistent challenges in therapy. The innovative technique of fetoscopic tracheal occlusion represents a novel therapeutic approach for severe diaphragmatic hernia. This paper details our experiences with this method, aiming to offer valuable insights to fetal medical centers in China.

Key words: diaphragmatic herhia, fetoscopic tracheal occlusion, fetal therapy