Bladder Exstrophy Program
It can be very stressful to learn your child has bladder exstrophy, cloacal exstrophy, epispadias, or any variation of the bladder exstrophy-epispadias complex. We are here to help at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Our program brings together many specialists who work together to diagnose, evaluate, treat and provide follow-up care for infants, children and adolescents with these complex disorders. We have helped many children with these rare conditions and their families. We are very experienced in treating these conditions. Our goal is to give each child the best surgical care possible and help your child feel better, stay clean and dry, and feel good about their body.
How we serve you
Your child's team in the Bladder Exstrophy Program includes urology specialists who are experts in the diagnosis, surgical treatment and follow-up of infants, children and adolescents with these complex disorders. They're also involved in the development of better ways to treat these conditions.
Conditions we treat
Our program specializes in the treatment of infants and children with bladder exstrophy, cloacal exstrophy, epispadias and any variation of the bladder exstrophy-epispadias complex (BEEC).
Why choose CHOP's Bladder Exstrophy Program
We provide a detailed diagnosis and comprehensive surgical planning, before a child is even born. Our reconstructive approach and extensive physical therapy program have resulted in outcomes that are among the best in the world.
Meet your team
Here at the Bladder Exstrophy Program, your child's care is in the hands of a team of pediatric urologists with special expertise. We work together to improve your child's health and quality of life.
Bladder Exstrophy Program resources
Caring for a child with one of these complex disorders can be overwhelming. We have resources to help you find answers to your questions and feel confident in the care you’re providing your child.
Patient stories
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