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HI Center Gains Status as CHOP Frontier Program
Published on in HI Hope
The Congenial Hyperinsulinism Center Hyperinsulinism is poised to help even more children and families after it was selected as a CHOP Frontier Program.
Seizures and HI/HA
Published on in HI Hope
Seizures result from abnormal electrical activity of neurons. There are many types of seizures that generally relate to the locations in the brain in which they occur.
CHOP Researchers Work to Advance Understanding of HI/HA
Published on in HI Hope
The HI/HA research team at CHOP continues to pioneer exciting and impactful research to advance understanding of this disorder.
Hyperinsulinism/hyperammonemia Syndrome: Adam’s Story
Published on in HI Hope
Adam’s hyperinsulinism/hyperammonemia wasn’t well controlled until he came from Chicago to CHOP. Now he’s participating in research to help find a better treatment for HA.
The Protein-Carb Balancing Act
Published on in HI Hope
Children with protein-sensitive hyperinsulinism (HI) will have low blood sugars (hypoglycemia) when they eat protein-rich foods, ensuring they’re getting enough carbs to offset the protein falls to parents and caregivers.
Diagnosing, Treating Feeding Problems in Hyperinsulinism
Published on in HI Hope
Children with hyperinsulinism are at risk for feeding disorders. But how are parents to distinguish typical hurdles with eating from a true disorder?
Two Generations. Two Buildings. Always Expert Care: Parkes Family HI Story
Published on in HI Hope
Two generations of the Parkes family have come to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for treatment for hyperinsulinism (HI). They’ve seen and experienced breakthroughs in HI care firsthand.
Trailblazing HI Treatments Begin at CHOP
Published on in HI Hope
Leaders of the HI Center at CHOP remember two decades of advancements in care for children with HI.
Missing or Medicated Pancreas Means Missing Key Enzymes
Published on in HI Hope
Children with congenital hyperinsulinism (HI) may be at risk for exocrine pancreatic insuffiency, which affects the ability of the pancreas to function properly.
CHOP’s HI Team Leading Research Nationally
Published on in HI Hope
Our HI team has been busy continuing to pave the way to improve the diagnosis, treatment and outcomes for children with hyperinsulinism through discovery and innovation.