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Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

1 What is the most common type of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)? Congenital abnormalities of the diaphragm include a posterolateral defect (Bochdalek hernia), an anteromedial defect (Morgagni hernia), or the eventration (central weakening) of the diaphragm. The Bochdalek hernia is…

Pediatric Trauma

1 What is the leading cause of death in children in the United States? Traumatic injuries cause more death and disability in children from ages 1 to 18 years than all other causes combined. Unintentional injury accounts for 65% of…