Cancer Predisposition Program Patient Stories
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WAGR Syndrome: Miranda’s Story
CHOP researchers have published the most comprehensive description of WAGR syndrome, which affects less than 450 people worldwide, including Miranda.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome and Pancreatoblastoma: Kaitlyn’s Story
Kaitlyn, 12, has remained positive through multiple surgeries for the symptoms of a rare genetic disorder and treatment for an associated cancer.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome: Alivya’s Story
Alivya traveled to CHOP from her home in Indiana to receive treatment for Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. Today, she’s home — and smiling.
Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome and Cancer: Finn’s Story
Diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that predisposed him to developing cancer, Finn spent the first four months of his life at CHOP, where he survived heart surgery, abdominal surgery, liver cancer and chemotherapy.
Hepatoblastoma and Medulloblastoma: Justin’s story
Justin, 8, is a happy kid who loves video games and his scooter. He has survived cancer twice.
Hereditary Neuroblastoma: Edie’s Story
After spending most of her life being treated for neuroblastoma, it seemed that 18-month-old Edie had run out of options. Her family turned to The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where an experimental treatment changed the course of this little girl’s life.
Li-Fraumeni Syndrome and Osteosarcoma: Court's Story
Court has a genetic condition causes tumors and has lost their mom and sister to cancer. After battling the disease, Court is aiming for a degree in social work.