CDH: definition, screening, diagnosis, treatment
This leaflet sets out congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and the processes following a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of the condition.
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This document explains the fetal anomaly condition congenital diaphragmatic hernia.
The publication sets out:
- what the condition is
- the condition’s prevalence
- screening and diagnosis processes
- treatment options
- the prognosis for the baby
- possibility of recurrence in future pregnancy
- condition prevention possibilities
- the referral pathway
The NHS fetal anomaly screening programme (FASP) tests for this condition.
Updates to this page
Last updated 7 September 2018 + show all updates
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Withdraw this publication in September 2018 because the fetal anomaly screening programme no longer produces leaflets for health professionals.
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First published.