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Medical Tutorial

Treatment for all Jeune's patients begins with a series of tests by our multidisciplinary team of Jeune's specialists. Less severe cases of Jeune's are typically then treated with various forms of medical support for the lungs.

Scaphoid Fractures

The wrist is made up of eight bones. The wrist bone below the base of the thumb is known as the scaphoid bone. A fracture (break) of this bone can happen when a person falls onto the outstretched hand.

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All About Surgeries and Procedures

To prepare for a surgery or procedure at Nationwide Children's Hospital, we would like to tell you what to expect before, during, and after surgery.

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Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD)

Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD), also commonly known as endocardial cushion defect or atrioventricular canal defect (AVCD), is a heart condition where there are holes between the heart’s upper and lower chambers, and the valves controlling blood flow may not form correctly.

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Cast: Hip Spica

A hip spica cast keeps your child's pelvis and one or both legs from moving. This type of cast is used if a child has a broken bone in the thigh or has had hip surgery. The cast holds your child's leg(s) in the right position for healing. It is made of Fiberglas® casting tape. It will be put on in the operating room.

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Tinea Versicolor

Tinea versicolor (TIN ee uh VUHR sih kuhl er) is a common rash caused by the overgrowth of microscopic yeast on the skin's surface. The rash looks like small, scaly spots.

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Use Strength and Preparation to Keep Your Dancer in Top Form

Most young ballerinas can’t wait to take their dancing to the next level, but there are some things to consider so they don’t end up damaging their feet.

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Antroduodenal Manometry

An antroduodenal manometry records the pressure waves that are produced in the stomach and small intestine.

Ear Infections (Otitis Media)

Ear infections, also known as otitis media, occur when the middle ear is infected or inflamed. There are two main types of otitis media: acute otitis media with effusion (fluid in the middle ear space) and chronic otitis media with effusion.