Survival rates have improved to roughly in specialized centers, but survivors require multidisciplinary follow-up.
: Managing high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension) with inhaled nitric oxide or other vasodilators. CDH-CM.epub
: Allowing slightly higher CO₂ levels to protect hypoplastic (underdeveloped) lungs. Survival rates have improved to roughly in specialized
Repairing the defect is generally performed after the infant is medically stable rather than as an immediate emergency. CDH-CM.epub
Modern clinical management focuses on stabilizing the infant's delicate cardiopulmonary system before surgical repair.