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Scleroderma in Children What is scleroderma in children? Scleroderma is an ongoing (chronic) disease that causes abnormal growth of connective tissue. It can affect the joints, skin, cartilage, and internal organs. It is a rare degenerative disease and gets worse over time. There

Phoenix Children’s is home to a multispecialty Pediatric Pain Management Program serving children and families throughout the Valley and surrounding states. Our team has advanced expertise in preventing and managing pain. We treat a wide range of chronic and acute pain-related

Septic Arthritis (Infectious Arthritis) in Children What is septic arthritis in children? Septic arthritis is an infection in the joint fluid (synovial fluid) and joint tissues. It occurs more often in children than in adults. The infection usually reaches the joints through the

You may never meet us, but the specialists who make up Phoenix Children’s Pathology Department play an essential role in your child’s care. Think of pathologists as medical detectives. We work behind the scenes to analyze blood, body fluids and tissue samples. We give your child

When your child needs intensive care for a serious medical condition, you can be sure they’re in good hands in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Phoenix Children’s. Our Critical Care team cares for children who experience: Complications from existing conditions, such as

Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) What is a ventricular septal defect? A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a congenital heart defect. This means that your baby is born with it. A VSD is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the 2 lower chambers of the heart (right and left