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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Show How Patellar Instability Affects Knee Development in Growing Youth
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) demonstrated how trochlear anatomy evolves during pediatric development with and without recurrent patellofemoral instability (PFI), a condition where the kneecap repeatedly slips out of its groove, causing pain, swelling and difficulty with physical activity. The findings, recently reported in a landmark study in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, highlighted that PFI in growing children worsens trochlear dysplasia, which can result in further kneecap instability, while those without PFI experienced natural improvements.
Global Impact of CHOP Radiology: The 2023 Outreach in Ethiopia
n 2008, a partnership was established between the Department of Radiology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH)/Addis Ababa University (AAU), in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with the aim of supporting pediatric radiology education during radiology residency at TASH.
Radiology: Key Member of the HI Team
For the children with focal hyperinsulinism, the radiologist’s interpretation of a 18F-DOPA PET/CT scan guides the surgeon, leading to a cure in 97% of cases.
CHOP Radiology and Urology Collaborate on 3-D Printing Method to Build Pediatric Urology Models
The Children’s Hospital Additive Manufacturing for Pediatrics (CHAMP) 3D Lab at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is on the cutting-edge of three-dimensional (3-D) technology.
CHOP Experts Share Cutting-Edge Innovations at Arab Health Exhibition
Showcasing its longstanding partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Emirates Health Services (EHS), Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) will exhibit thought-leading clinical research in the EHS booth at the Arab Health 2023 Exhibition and Congress, taking place this week in Dubai.
Dr. Kassa Darge Presented Global Humanitarian Award from The American College of Radiology Foundation
Dr. Darge was recognized for his leadership in international medical outreach over his 30-year career.
Transparent Mask Offers Clear Advantages During Patient Interactions
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, so too did a new reality where the faces we see in public are half-covered by masks.
The Role of the Fetal Spina Bifida APN Program Coordinator
Families who receive a diagnosis of the most severe forms of spina bifida need an amazing level of support and care coordination from prenatal diagnosis through delivery, treatment and discharge.
Health on Wheels
A new Mobile Health Unit brings care and more to adolescents in underserved neighborhoods.
Dr. Kassa Darge Receives Inaugural Robert Suskind & Leslie Lewinter-Suskind Faculty Global Health Award
Dr. Darge recognized for his lifelong commitment to improving global health and access to care.