Most Recent Articles
Employing Expert, Thorough Analysis to Better Predict Outcomes
Published on
At the Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment, we believe one of the most important elements of care is careful diagnostic testing and interpretation of results.
Keeping Family at the Center of Care
Published on
CHOP's team of clinical coordinators, social workers, child life specialists and psychologists works together to ensure families carrying a baby with CDH feel mentally and emotionally supported every step of the way.
Pulmonary Hypertension in Children With Lung Hypoplasia
Published on
Read about lung hypoplasia in children with pulmonary hypertension and how they are managed and treated at CHOP.
Outcomes in CDH Survivors
Published on
In 2010 CHOP published early neurodevelopmental outcomes of CDH survivors initially enrolled in our program. Read about the outcomes here.
Rare Continuity of Care for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Published on
CDH is a complex and challenging anomaly. CHOP is one of only a few U.S. hospitals offering comprehensive care of this condition for both mother and baby.
One-of-a-Kind Team Sets Standard for Specialized Care
Published on
Continuity of care from a skilled team is critically important for babies born with Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). Knowing this, eight years ago, CHOP created the Neonatal Surgical Team.
Obstructive Uropathy: Pathway to Improved Outcomes
Published on
Proper diagnosis of LUTO, treatment and follow-up require an experienced, multidisciplinary team that understands not only the pathogenesis of this condition but also the best options for treatment.
Caring for Children With the Exstrophy/Epispadias Complex
Published on
Bladder exstrophy is a severe developmental disorder in which the bladder protrudes inferior to umbilical cord insertion and separation of the pubic bones results in divergence of the rectus muscles.
Study of Fetal Cardiovascular Effects of LUTO With Giant Bladder
Published on
Read the findings of Dr. Rychik's study that investigated the cardiovascular consequences of lower urinary tract obstructions LUTO in the fetus.
Comprehensive Follow-up for Urologic Issues Associated With Spina Bifida
Published on
Congenital anomalies such as spina bifida can result in a wide range of urologic disorders and necessitate comprehensive, long-term management.