Thoracic surgeons

Diaphragmatic tumors are extremely rare and may be either primary (originating in the diaphragm) or secondary (from nearby or distant spread). These tumors can be benign or malignant, and symptoms often arise from mass effect on surrounding organs (lungs, liver, stomach). 🧬 Types of Diaphragmatic Tumors 🔹 Primary Tumors (very rare) These originate in the

A diaphragmatic hernia is a condition where abdominal organs move into the chest cavity through an abnormal opening in the diaphragm—the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. This displacement can impair lung development or function, and can be either congenital (present at birth) or acquired. 🧬 Types of Diaphragmatic Hernia 1. Congenital Diaphragmatic

Tracheobronchomalacia (TBM) is a condition in which the walls of the trachea and bronchi (main airways) are weak or floppy, leading to airway collapse, especially during exhalation. This results in airflow obstruction, breathing difficulty, and chronic respiratory symptoms. 🧬 What Is Happening in TBM? 🔹 Types of TBM 1. Congenital TBM 2. Acquired TBM ⚠️