- aneurysm
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a thin, weakened area in a blood vessel or chamber of the heart.
See also Critical care (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit); The Heart Center at Children's Memorial Hospital; Grace is "In it to win it"
- appendicitis
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an irritation, inflammation, and pain in the appendix caused by infection, scarring, or obstruction (blockage).
See also Appendicitis
- branchial cleft abnormality
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a mass of abnormally formed tissues within the neck. These tissues may form pockets called cysts that contain fluid, or they may form passages that drain to an opening in the skin surface.
See also Branchial cleft abnormality; Ear, nose and throat (Otolaryngology)
- cryptorchidism (undescended testes or UDT)
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a condition seen in newborns whereby one or both of the male testes has not passed down into the scrotal sac. It
appears in about 1% of males and is also more commonly seen in premature infants than in those who are full term.
See also Undescended testes (UDT, or cryptorchidism); Urology
- diaphragmatic hernia
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the intestines and/or liver extend into the lung and heart cavity through a hole in the diaphragm. The fetal condition is diagnosed with ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) before birth so that special preparations can be made for optimum care at delivery.
See also Fetal diaphragmatic hernia; Institute for Fetal Health; Neonatology (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
- fetal abdominal wall defects (gastroschisis and omphalocele)
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baby's intestines (and sometimes liver) protrude outside the abdomen at birth through the area where the belly-button should be. Fetal abdominal wall defects can be diagnosed by ultrasound so that preparations can be made in advance for optimal care at delivery.
See also Institute for Fetal Health
- hernia
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a section of intestine or other internal organ that pushes through an opening in an abdominal muscle.
See also Fetal hydrocele; Hernias and hydroceles; Inguinal hernia and hydrocele; Urology
- hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
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a narrowing of the lower portion of the stomach (pylorus) that leads into the small intestine. Symptoms begin as mild vomiting that gradually worsens.
See also Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS)
- intestinal anomalies
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problems of formation of the small or large intestines including narrowing, blockage or areas missing or twisted with loss of function. Fetal intestinal anomalies are suggested by ultrasound findings such as fluid buildup in the bowel or excessive amniotic fluid.
See also Fetal intestinal atresia; Institute for Fetal Health; Our little miracle is in the best of hands
- intussusception
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when a portion of the intestine folds like a telescope, with one segment slipping inside another segment
See also Gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition (digestive disorders); Intussusception
- pyloric stenosis
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an enlargement of the muscle between the stomach and the small intestine, blocking the passage of food and liquids forward into the intestines.
- thyroglossal duct cyst
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a neck mass or lump that develops from cells and tissues remaining after the formation of the thyroid gland during embryonic development
See also Ear, nose and throat (Otolaryngology); Thyroglossal duct cysts
- trauma
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a physical injury or wound caused by an external force which may cause death or permanent disability. Trauma is also used to describe severe emotional or psychological shock or distress.
See also Critical care (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit); Motion Analysis Center; Orthopaedic surgery/Sports and rehabilitative medicine; Plastic and reconstructive surgery; Pulmonary habilitation program; When seconds count; When seconds count; Helping schools care for kids after traumatic events
- Wilms tumor
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also called nephroblastoma, is a cancerous tumor originating in the cells of the kidney
See also Cancer (oncology); Children's Memorial Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders; Pathology and laboratory medicine; The last word on Wilms tumor; Wilms tumor; It can happen to anyone