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Duodenal Atresia
Duodenal atresia is a congenital condition where the duodenum is narrowed or blocked. The duodenum is the first part of the small bowel (intestine). This blockage keeps liquids and food from passing through the stomach into the rest of the intestine. The cause of duodenal atresia is not known.
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The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Joins Four Other Top Research Institutions in Joint Initiative Focused on Single Ventricle Heart Defects
The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today that it is the recipient of a $1 million Innovation Fund, endowed by the nonprofit foundation: Additional Ventures. In receiving this funding, AWRI will join four other research institutions in a large-scale coordinated research effort centered on identifying new avenues to functionally cure patients with single ventricle heart defects (SVDs).
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Day of Surgery
From what to bring and where to go, to what happens when your child is in the operating room, we answer your questions about surgery day.
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Hemangioma and Vascular Malformations
The treatment of a hemangioma is usually observation. Some hemangiomas can cause problems if they bleed or press on important nearby structures, such as the eye or the upper airway. Venous malformations, lymphatic malformations and arteriovenous malformations require a multidisciplinary approach.
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Housing for Health
In a recent publication in the journal Pediatrics, researchers from Nationwide Children’s Hospital present a case study for treating a neighborhood as a patient.
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Marfan Syndrome
Marfan Syndrome is an inherited disorder of connective tissue caused by genetic mutations that result in the dysregulation of the proteins of the extracellular matrix (fibrillin). The diagnosis is based on signs, family history, and results of diagnostic tests.
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Contact Information
Our main number is (614) 722-2000 or (800) 792-8401. You may also visit our Frequently Called Numbers page for additional contact information. To send mail to a patient, please use the following address: Nationwide Children's Hospital Attn: Patient Name & Room Number 700 Children's Drive
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New Study Finds Rate of Injuries Among Youth Soccer Players Doubled; Rate of Head Injuries Increased 1600%
Soccer is an increasingly popular sport in the United States, both professionally and recreationally, with over 3 million registered soccer players under 19 years of age playing in leagues every year.
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Wearable Baby Monitors: Do they Prevent SIDS?
Wondering if wearable baby monitors prevent SIDS? Learn what the research says, why false alarms may cause more harm than good, and how to truly keep your baby safe with proven safe sleep practices.
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Vaginal Anomalies
Vaginal anomalies are disorders that involve abnormally formed or absent vaginas. These include: vaginal agenesis, imperforate hymen, septate hymen, transverse vaginal septum and transverse vaginal septum. These occur in about 5% of females with an anorectal malformation/imperforate anus.