What pulmonary change is associated with a Bochdalek hernia?

a. Pulmonary hypoplasia
b. Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)
c. Pulmonary edema
d. Meconium aspiration

A
Because of intestines in the chest cavity, the lungs are compressed in utero and pulmonary hypoplasia can result.

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