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… Ventricular Assist Devices – Bridges to life Blog Heart Failure Heart Transplant VAD Ventricular Assist … with heart failure , which ranks it among the most common serious conditions in children. Heart failure occurs … Berlin Heart EXCOR, Heartware HVAD, Heart Mate 3 and the Total Artificial Heart. Devices are tailored to the …
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Ascites What is ascites? Ascites is a condition that happens when fluid collects in spaces in your belly (abdomen). If severe, it may be painful. The problem may keep you from moving around comfortably. It can set the stage for an infection in your abdomen. Fluid may also move
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Ataxia Telangiectasia (A-T) What is ataxia telangiectasia (A-T)? Ataxia telangiectasia is a rare childhood disease that affects the nervous system, immune system, and other body systems. It is an inherited disease. The symptoms of A-T often begin to show up by age 5. How to say
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Mission The Program’s mission is to provide excellence in pediatric psychology training to graduate students, interns, and postdoctoral residents-fellows. Values Integrity – to exhibit high standards in ethical and professional behavior in the practice of psychology. Dignity – to
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Fever What is a fever? A fever is a body temperature that is higher than normal. It often means there is an abnormal process occurring in the body. Exercise, hot weather, inflammation, infection, vaccines, and many other things can make body temperature rise. What causes a fever
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Congenital Liver Defects What are congenital liver defects? Congenital liver defects are liver disorders that are present at birth. They are rare. These liver disorders usually block the bile ducts. This affects the flow of bile. Bile is a fluid made in the liver. It helps with
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Inguinal Hernia What is an inguinal hernia? An inguinal hernia occurs when part of your intestine pushes through a weak spot in your lower belly (abdominal) wall. This area is called the groin. The hernia creates a lump in your groin. Over time, the hernia may get bigger. Most
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Sjögren Syndrome What is Sjögren syndrome? Sjögren syndrome is an autoimmune disorder. This means that the body’s own immune system attacks its own healthy cells and tissues by mistake. In this case, it attacks the glands that make moisture. It commonly causes dry skin, dry eyes
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Male Infertility What is male infertility? Gender words are used here to talk about anatomy and health risk. Please use this information in a way that works best for you and your doctor as you talk about your care. Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system. It makes a