Studies from University of Toronto Provide New Data on Hernias (Fetal therapy for congenital diaphragmatic hernia: past, present and future).

A recent study from the University of Toronto discusses the impact of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) on infants and the potential for fetal therapy to improve outcomes. CDH affects a small number of infants and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The study highlights the potential benefits of fetal endoscopic tracheal occlusion (FETO) in severe cases of left CDH, but also emphasizes the need for caution and careful monitoring due to potential risks. The researchers call for further research to better understand the impact of prematurity on FETO survivors and to explore alternative fetal therapies. [Extracted from the article]