Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery Patients Stories Listing

Here at the Division of General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery, you have access to world-class pediatric surgeons who are experts in meeting children’s unique surgical needs. Our surgical team is extensive.

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Seaton’s Story: Venous Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
A blood clot discovered at a local hospital brought Seaton to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia where he was diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome and underwent successful rib resection surgery to get back on the court.
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Neuroendocrine Tumor: Peyton’s Story
After being diagnosed with a rare type of tumor in her airway, Peyton came to CHOP for surgery that successfully saved part of her right lung.
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Lymphatic Microsurgery: Daniel’s Story
Diagnosed with a rare lymphatic condition called chylothorax, a newborn undergoes life-saving surgery at CHOP’s Center for Lymphatic Disorders.
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Hirschsprung’s Disease: Luke's Story
Luke was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease when he was just three 3 days old, and underwent surgery to remove the affected part of his colon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.