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Smoking and Pregnancy The risks involved with smoking during pregnancy Fewer women are smoking during their pregnancy now than in the past. But many women still smoke. Even if a pregnant woman doesn't smoke, she may be exposed to secondhand smoke at home, at work, or in social
What is VPI?
During speech, the soft palate (i.e., velum) closes against the back wall of the throat (i.e., pharynx), preventing air flow through the nose. Velopharyngeal insufficiency, or VPI, is a condition that occurs when the soft palate cannot close against the back wall of the throat
Conditions We Treat
The team at Phoenix Children’s diagnoses and treats a wide range of mild to complex bone conditions in children and teens. These include: Fibrous dysplasia: This rare bone disorder causes certain bones to be replaced by abnormal scar-like connective tissue. This often leads to
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Allergens: Animals What is an animal allergen? Allergens found in animals are a common cause of allergic reactions. They are caused by the proteins found in an animal's: Skin (dander) Saliva Urine Household pets such as cats and dogs are the most common sources of animal
Doctor
Vladimir Kalinichenko, MD, PhD
Director, Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Programs & Services
Our Craniosynostosis Program at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s is run in conjunction with our Center for Cleft and Craniofacial Care, a comprehensive program focused on providing multidisciplinary care in the evaluation, management, and treatment for infants