Children’s Interstitial and Diffuse Lung Disease (ChILD) Patient Stories
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Congenital Hyperinsulinism: Eliza’s Story
Eliza’s family brought her to CHOP for its expertise in hyperinsulinism. She became the 600th patient to have pancreas surgery and went home cured.
Interstitial Lung Disease: Jacob’s Story
CHOP’s diagnosis and treatment of a rare lung disease solved a medical mystery for Jacob. Shared care with his Virginia pulmonologist is keeping him healthy.
Pulmonary Interstitial Glycogenosis: June’s Story
From Day 1, June was breathing too rapidly. The Rare Lung Diseases Center diagnosed her condition: pulmonary interstitial glycogenosis. June was lucky; her mild case resolved on its own.
Interstitial Lung Disease and Lung Transplant: Sofia and Stefani’s Story
Twins, Sofia and Stefani, both received lung transplants at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and are enjoying the return of their health and energy.