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Bilateral Renal Agenesis
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Bilateral Renal Agenesis

Bilateral renal agenesis (BRA) is a rare and life-limiting condition in which the baby’s kidneys never develop. BRA is usually diagnosed during pregnancy. Unfortunately, there currently is not a cure for bilateral renal agenesis. These babies usually only live for a few hours after birth.

Avulsion Fractures of the Ischial Tuberosity of the Pelvis
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Avulsion Fractures of the Ischial Tuberosity of the Pelvis

Avulsion fractures happen when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a muscle or tendon. The ischial tuberosity, located in the buttocks, is where the hamstring tendons attach to the pelvis. These fractures often occur in teenagers.

Bladder Outlet Obstruction
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Bladder Outlet Obstruction

Bladder outlet obstruction, also known as lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO), is a rare birth defect characterized by a partial or complete blockage in the urethra. There are several types of bladder outlet obstruction, including urethral atresia, posterior urethral valves, and triad syndrome.

Hemophilia Carrier
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Hemophilia Carrier

A hemophilia carrier is a female who has the gene that causes hemophilia A or hemophilia B deficiency.

Lichen Sclerosus (LS)
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Lichen Sclerosus (LS)

Lichen sclerosus (LS) usually affects the area outside the vagina (vulva). The most common symptoms of LS are vulvar itching, irritation, pain and bleeding.

Sports Medicine: Ankle Dislocation or Subluxation
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Sports Medicine: Ankle Dislocation or Subluxation

The ankle joint is made up of two lower leg bones and a foot bone. A dislocation is an injury to a joint causing the bones to no longer meet together correctly. In the ankle, this can occur when the talus no longer is in position with the tibia and fibula. A subluxation is a partial dislocation.

Biceps Tendonitis and Tenosynovitis (Distal)
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Biceps Tendonitis and Tenosynovitis (Distal)

Distal biceps tendonitis is pain at the front of the elbow and upper arm caused by inflammation (swelling) of the biceps tendon. Tenosynovitis is inflammation of the tendon sheath that surrounds the biceps tendon.

Hip Pointer (Iliac Crest Contusion)
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Hip Pointer (Iliac Crest Contusion)

A hip pointer is a bruise to the bone on the side of the hip called the iliac crest. It is usually from a direct hit to the hip. Bruises cause bleeding from small blood vessels that split, allowing blood to leak into the muscles, tendons, or other soft tissues.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Infants
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Infants

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, in infants. This document provides tips on feeding your child, medications, positioning and safe sleep to help you manage your infant's reflux. Call your child's doctor if they fail to gain weight.

Heterotaxy Syndrome
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Heterotaxy Syndrome

Heterotaxy syndrome, also called isomerism, occurs when the heart and other organs are in the wrong place in the chest and abdomen. This complex heart condition commonly affects the lungs, liver, spleen, stomach and intestines. There are two types: right atrial isomerism and left atrial isomerism

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