Wood Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Patient Stories
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Fetoscopic Endoluminal Tracheal Occlusion Offers Hope for Prenatally Diagnosed Cases of Severe Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
CDH can be a devastating diagnosis for an expecting parent to receive. But for a select group of babies with the most severe form of CDH, treatment before birth may help.
Thomas’s Story: Prenatal Diagnosis and Postnatal Surgical Repair of Encephalocele
One family shares their experience for parents who learn their child has a severe diagnosis before birth
Overcoming Feeding Issues from Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: Maggie’s Story
Born with a hole in her diaphragm (congenital diaphragmatic hernia), feeding difficulties were one of the biggest hurdles little Maggie has had to face in her CDH journey.
Lily’s Story: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair
After receiving a prenatal diagnosis of CDH, Laura and Nick turned to the expertise of CHOP’s fetal team.
Fetal Surgery for Myelomeningocele During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Henry’s Story
When Henry was prenatally diagnosed with spina bifida in the middle of the pandemic, his parents turned to CHOP’s fetal surgery team for help and hope.
Oliver’s Story: Prenatal and Postnatal Care of CDH and Giant Omphalocele
After an unexpected prenatal diagnosis, Olly’s parents found comfort with the experienced team at CHOP’s Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment.
Jaxon’s Story: Prenatal Diagnosis, Pregnancy Management and Postnatal Care of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
When Jaxon’s family learned he had congenital diaphragmatic hernia, they traveled from West Virginia to seek care from the CDH experts in Philadelphia.
Fetal Surgery During a Pandemic: Reagan's Story
Not many people can say they underwent fetal surgery during a pandemic, but Jasmin did it to give her daughter a better chance at a healthy life.
Bela’s Story: Robot-assisted Ureteroureterostomy for Duplex Kidney
Treatment for duplex kidney and ureterocele spanned from before birth to a robotic surgery.
Twin Reversed Arterial Perfusion Sequence: Inés’ Story
Inés’ family credits an expert care team and seamless communication across the miles for saving their daughter’s life.