Conditions We Treat

Testing for Birth Defects

Detailed information on testing for birth defects

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Tests for a Newborn Baby in Intensive Care

Babies in the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) undergo regular testing so they get the important care they need. Here are several common lab tests. Ask your baby's doctor about them.

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Tetanus in Children

Tetanus is a severe illness of the central nervous system caused by bacteria. Learn about the causes, risk factors, symptoms, treatment, prevention, and more.

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Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)

Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect that is made up of 4 problems and results in not enough blood flow to the lungs.

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Thalassemia

Detailed information on thalassemias, including alpha thalassemia, beta thalassemia (Cooley's anemia)

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The Craniofacial Team

Read this for information about a first assessment of any craniofacial abnormalities your child may have and the craniofacial treatment team that will treat them.

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The Day of Surgery

Read on for helpful information about what to expect before and after your child's surgery.

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The Dying Process (Child)

Understanding the physical and mental changes the body goes through as death happens may help ease some fears and misconceptions about death.

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The Growing Child

Detailed information on the growth and development of a child

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The Growing Child- Teenager (13 to 18 Years)

The teen years are a time of growth spurts, puberty changes, and emotional and social development. Here's what you need to know.

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The Growing Child: 1 to 3 Months

A helpful look at common developmental milestones in young babies.

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The Growing Child: 10 to 12 Months

Read on to learn about the common developmental milestones for babies ages 10 to 12 months.

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Helping Hands Patient Education Materials

Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.