Delayed presentation of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in association with group B streptococcus infection in a preterm Omani neonate

We present an interesting case of a preterm Omani newborn that had delayed onset of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in association with group B strept ococcus infection. The association and the pathogenesis are supported by li terature review. The message to follow is that any neonate with prolonged c ourse of streptococcal pneumonia, with unusual course, should be investigat ed for presence of congenital diaphragmatic hernia.