Center for Lymphatic Disorders Patient Stories
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Plastic Bronchitis: John's Story

John, 6, had an innovative procedure to seal the leaks in his lymphatics system. Today, he has the energy to be active and play sports
Chylothorax: Paisley's Story

After surgery, an innovative interventional procedure at the Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders stopped Paisley’s lymphatic leaks.
Chylothorax: Tayvin’s Story

An innovative interventional procedure sealed the leaks in Tayvin’s lymphatic system. Weeks later, he was back to his favorite outdoor activities.
Heterotaxy Syndrome and Lymphatic Intervention: Carl’s Story

Carl, 4, is energetic again after treatment from the Cardiac Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to address his lymphatic complications.
Neonatal Chylothorax and Lymphatic Intervention: Lilly’s Story

Life-saving neonatal treatment and an innovative interventional procedure have helped 1-year-old Lilly survive chylothorax.
Single Ventricle Heart Defect and Chylothorax: Emmett’s Story

Emmett, 1, is a cheerful baby. Treatment from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is helping him overcome a single ventricle heart defect and chylothorax.
Lymphatic Leaks: Gracie’s Story

Her health failing a year ago due to a leak in her lymphatic system, Gracie is now a happy, healthy 5-year-old who loves ballet and gymnastics.
Lymphatic Leaks: Marta’s Story

Diagnosed with a very rare lymphatic disorder, Marta traveled from Norway to find treatment at the Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders at Children's Hospital.
Lymphatic Leaks: Davis’ Story

When Davis' doctors in Latvia couldn’t control his lymphatic leaks, they referred him to the Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders at Children's Hospital.
Plastic Bronchitis and Lymphatic Intervention: Jameson's Story

Jameson — who was born with HLHS — was diagnosed with plastic bronchitis and received treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.