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My son is 2 and half year old he is suffering by diphramatic hernia in right sight. his lung is not fully devlope because of this. kindly advice me.?

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Pediatric surgeon: Is apparent that diafragmatic hernia is causing all symptoms described.

Answered 12/6/2012

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Need surgery soon: Most likely it is boehdalec hernia , left is more common, due to delayed fusion of diaphragm most of the time surgery done immediately to prevent complications after birth , yes hypoplastic lung is common , on right liver will give some protection, still surgery is needed.

Answered 12/6/2012

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