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Diaphragmatic hernia in children

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Twelve cases of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in children are analysed and the surgical approach is discussed. The use of the thoraco-abdominal incision for reduction and repair of the hernia is recommended in all except the neonates.

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Tata, H.R., Bidari, E.R. Diaphragmatic hernia in children. Indian J Pediatr 47, 151–155 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02822883

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