Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at a Non-ECMO Center in Jordan

Objectives: We studied the clinical characteristics and outcomes of neonates with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) admitted to a non-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) center. Methods: A retrospective chart review of neonates with CDH admitted to a University Hospital, in Amman, Jordan, between 2005 and 2019. Demographic characteristics and their management details were extracted and factors associated with survival were analyzed. Results: A total of 28 neonates born with CDH were included; their survival rate was 39.3%. Onset of respiratory distress, pre-operative ventilation, and length of hospitalization were significantly associated with mortality. Survival after surgery was significantly associated with a higher gestational age and a longer hospital stay. Conclusion: Our study showed a high mortality rate for CDH patients. Decreasing the health inequity and improved clinical interventions could improve outcomes.

Keywords

Pulmonary hypertension, Survival rate, Ventilation

Citation

Al-Iede Montaha, Badran Eman, Al-Taher Raed, Al-Ammouri Iyad, Ashour Omar, Ghazi Tara, Zahra Mahmoud Abu, Alhanbali Abdulrahman, Qutishat Hebah, Al-Zayadneh Enas, Al-Lawama Manar . Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at a Non-ECMO Center in Jordan. Indian Pediatrics. 2024 Jan; 61(1): 62-65

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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/245717

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Indian Pediatrics

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