Diaphragmatic hernia is a defect or hole in the diaphragm that allows the abdominal contents to move into the chest cavity.

A scaphoid abdomen (sucked inwards) may be the presenting symptom in a newborn.

[1] Diagnosis can be made by either CT or X-ray.

[citation needed] Treatment for a diaphragmatic hernia usually involves surgery, with acute injuries often repaired with monofilament permanent sutures.

[2] Peritoneopericardial diaphragmatic hernia is a type of hernia more common in other mammals.