C. Congenital Abnormalities

At the end of this unit the resident understands congenital diaphragmatic abnormalities and their pathologic effects, and provides operative and non-operative management.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the resident:

1. Understands the anatomy of congenital diaphragmatic hernias;
   
   
2. Understands the physiologic consequences of diaphragmatic hernias;
   
   
3. Knows the indications for operative repair of diaphragmatic hernias;
   
   
4. Diagnoses and manages infants and adults with diaphragmatic hernias;