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The Heart Center (Cardiology)
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The Heart Center (Cardiology)

We offer cardiology services, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology (catheterization) and support for patients with all heart conditions from simple to complex. Pediatric and adult patients with congenital heart disease and acquired cardiomyopathy have access to world-class diagnostics, treatments and research.

Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a congenital heart defect where most of the structures on the left side of the heart are small and underdeveloped. The Hybrid approach, developed by surgeons at Nationwide Children's Hospital, is an alternative to Norwood open heart surgery for HLHS.

Sacrococcygeal Teratoma (SCT)
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Sacrococcygeal Teratoma (SCT)

Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is a tumor that forms on a fetus’ tailbone, also called the coccyx. The tumors are usually not cancerous (benign) but can be life-threatening if not treated. SCT is rare, occurring in about 1 in 35,000-40,000 births. They are more common in males than females.

Epilepsy
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Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological condition involving the brain that makes people more susceptible to having recurrent unprovoked seizures. The two broad categories of epileptic seizures are generalized and partial seizures.

Coarctation of the Aorta
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Coarctation of the Aorta

Coarctation of the aorta is a heart defect that is present at birth (congenital) in which the aorta is narrowed and results in decreased blood flow to the lower body. The left ventricle (pumping chamber) of the heart must work harder in order to pump blood through the narrowed aorta.

Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
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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.

Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes (ETMR)
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Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes (ETMR)

If you are worried about your child’s symptoms or development, reach out to a physician. The sooner your child is diagnosed, the better the chances are of survival.

Anorectal Malformations or Imperforate Anus
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Anorectal Malformations or Imperforate Anus

Babies born with imperforate anus or anorectal malformation have a condition where the anal opening (where solid waste leaves the body) and rectum do not develop properly.

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September 2012

Professor Francesco Muntoni discusses congenital muscular dystrophies.

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Seizure Safety

Learn more about seizure safety.

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