Risk Factors for Preoperative Pneumothorax in Neonates With Isolated Left-Sided Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: An International Cohort Study

In brief

This international cohort study identifies risk factors for pneumothorax occurring before surgical repair in neonates with isolated left-sided CDH. Understanding these preoperative complications helps clinicians stratify risk and optimize respiratory management strategies in this vulnerable population.

• Preoperative pneumothorax is a serious complication in neonates with left-sided CDH requiring careful monitoring.
• Identifying risk factors for pneumothorax can guide ventilation strategies and reduce iatrogenic lung injury in CDH patients.
• International cohort data provides robust evidence for clinical decision-making in CDH management protocols.

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