Diaphragmatic Hernia Diagnosis
How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, exams, processes, and other information relating to the diagnosis of Diaphragmatic Hernia below.
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How to Diagnose Diaphragmatic Hernia
Diagnosis is frequently made on prenatal ultrasound. Your doctor will perform a physical exam. Tests may include the following:
- Listening to the chest to check for movements of the chest that are asymmetric with breathing, absent breath sounds on one side, bowel sounds in the chest, and a concave abdomen that feels vacant when palpated
- Chest x-ray to diagnose abdominal organs in the chest cavity
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