Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

Authors

Children's Mercy Kansas City

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Publication Date

9-2024

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Disclaimer

These guidelines do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use their judgment in determining what is in the best interests of the patient based on the circumstances existing at the time. It is impossible to anticipate all possible situations that may exist and to prepare guidelines for each. Accordingly, these guidelines should guide care with the understanding that departures from them may be required at times.

Objective of the Clinical Pathway

To provide care standards for neonates with suspected congenital diaphragmatic hernia or neonates and infants diagnosed with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. The Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Clinical Pathway guides the care process from the delivery room management for the neonate with suspected congenital diaphragmatic hernia through post-operative care following surgical repair to minimize care variation.

Target Users

Physicians (Neonatology, Pulmonology, Surgery, NICU Fellows, Residents, NICU Hospitalists); Nurse Practitioners; Nurses (Delivery Room, NICU, Operating Room, ECMO); Respiratory Therapy; Clinical Nutrition Specialist

Disciplines

Pediatrics

Recommended Citation

Children's Mercy Kansas City, "Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia" (2024). Clinical Pathways.
https://scholarlyexchange.childrensmercy.org/clinical_pathways/18