Life-Saving Procedure: Treating Fetal Hernia to Ensure Proper Lung Development

Life-Saving Procedure: Treating Fetal Hernia to Ensure Proper Lung Development

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The video discusses a medical condition affecting a fetus named Kieran, diagnosed with a fetal hernia that hindered lung development. Doctors at King's College Hospital performed a procedure inserting a tube to inflate a balloon in the chest, aiding lung growth. The balloon is removed after birth, allowing for hernia repair. The condition affects 1 in 3000 babies and can be fatal in 50% of cases.

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How long is the balloon left in place during the procedure?

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What is the fatality rate of in utero hernia cases?

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