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Differentiating Craniosynostosis from Positional Plagiocephaly
The number of infants with head shape deformities has risen over the past several years, likely due to increased awareness of the “Back to Sleep” program. Early diagnosis and treatment of craniosynostosis can improve outcomes and reduce possible adverse effects on brain development.
Pseudotumor Cerebri (PCT)
Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) is also known as idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). It is a disease that causes increased pressure in the brain.
Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a condition where there is an abnormal curve of the spine. Most cases are idiopathic, meaning there is no known cause. However, some cases are related to neurological conditions or seen in children with birth defects.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Joins Autism Treatment Network
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been selected to join the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network (ATN), connecting Columbus with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Missouri as the nation’s only ATN institutions in the Midwest region.
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Dr. Jonathan L. Finlay Recipient of The Elizabeth and Richard Germain Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cancer
During the Wyss Family Symposium, hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital May 11-12, Jonathan L. Finlay, MB, ChB, FRCP, Director of Neuro-Oncology at Nationwide Children’s, will be announced as the first recipient of The Elizabeth and Richard Germain Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cancer.
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Kids and Treatment for Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
From the age of five through adulthood, trauma is the leading cause of death, and many traumatic injuries involve brain injury. Fortunately, the majority of traumatic brain injuries are mild, but nevertheless, some children will experience a severe traumatic brain injury.
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What It Means to Be Named One of America’s Top 10 Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report
Nationwide Children's Hospital has received one of the top public accolades in our field: U.S. News and World Report named us as one of America’s 10 Best Children’s Hospitals as part of its "Honor Roll."
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Chosen as Batten Disease Center of Excellence
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been selected as a Center of Excellence by the Batten Disease Support and Research Association (BDSRA), the largest research and support organization in North America for families that have children with Batten disease.
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Use of Standard Protocol in Care of Extremely Premature Infants Finds Improved Outcomes
A recent study conducted by the Columbus Childrens Hospital Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) staff at Childrens main campus was designed to determine if the implementation of a standardized set of guidelines for the care of extremely premature infants in their first week of life would improve
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Marijuana For Epilepsy
Recently, there has been a lot of news about the use of a portion of the marijuana plant as a treatment for epilepsy. Some patients and their families have reported that this oil, referred to as “Charlotte’s Web,” has been beneficial for children with hard-to-control epilepsy.