<unk>  <unk>  is a term applied to a variety of<unk>  birth defects that involve abnormal development of the diaphragm.  The term is used most commonly in reference to Bochdalek<unk> , however it can also apply to Morgagni's<unk> , diaphragm eventration and central tendon defects of the diaphragm.  A common theme in all scenarios is malformation of the diaphragm; this allows the abdominal contents to protrude into the chest thereby impeding proper lung formation.  Newborns with<unk>  often have severe respiratory distress which can be life-threatening unless treated appropriately.
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
Bronchial atresia
Pulmonary atresia
Lung agenesis
Esophageal atresia
Persistent thyroglossal duct
Hypoplastic right heart syndrome
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome