Congenital diaphragmatic hernia occurs when the development of the diaphragm during the 12th week of gestation is inadequate leading to a discontinuity. Such a defect leads to herniation into the thoracic cavity and resultant  lung hypoplasia. Affected children often experience decreased lung volume, reduced blood circulation through the lungs and resultant respiratory complications.
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