Predictors of Mortality in Very Low Birth Weight Neonates With Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

In brief

This study examines mortality rates and risk factors in very low birth weight infants born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia, a population with limited existing data. The research identifies clinical predictors that may help guide treatment decisions and prognostic counseling for this high-risk neonatal group.

• VLBW neonates with CDH represent a high-risk population with limited outcome data in current literature.
• Study identifies specific mortality predictors to guide prognostic counseling for VLBW CDH patients.
• Understanding risk factors in VLBW CDH cases can inform targeted interventions and resource allocation.
• Birth weight <1500g adds significant complexity to CDH management and survival outcomes.

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