HOSPITAL VOLUME AND OUTCOME IN THE TREATMENT OF CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA IN GERMANY – OBSERVATIONAL STUDY USING NATIONAL HOSPITAL DISCHARGE DATA FROM 2016 TO 2023

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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a critical malformation, with the neonatal period being particularly challenging and associated with high mortality. Data on the care structure and volume-outcome relationship in the treatment of children with CDH in Germany remain scarce.

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Article · Jun 2025 · 1 min read

In brief

This observational study examines the relationship between hospital case volume and clinical outcomes for congenital diaphragmatic hernia treatment across German hospitals from 2016-2023. Using national discharge data, the research addresses gaps in understanding care structure and mortality patterns for this high-risk neonatal condition in the German healthcare system.

CDH is a critical congenital malformation with high neonatal mortality requiring specialized care.
Volume-outcome relationships in CDH treatment are poorly documented in Germany's healthcare system.
National discharge data (2016-2023) can reveal care structure patterns for rare pediatric conditions.
Centralization of CDH care may improve outcomes but requires evidence-based policy decisions.
Understanding hospital volume effects is essential for optimizing CDH treatment protocols.

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