Pediatric Pulmonology & Lung Surgery
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Minimally Invasive Treatment for Esophageal Atresia
In a new procedure, long-gap esophageal atresia is successfully repaired through elongation alone.
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Strategies to Support Pulmonary Transplant Patients – and their New Lungs
Organ storage temperatures and levels of vaccine dosing are being studied to improve outcomes for transplant patients.
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Atlas of Cells Sparks New Thinking in Lung Injury
Single-cell sequencing drives a need to look beyond ‘hallmark’ genes.
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Severe Asthma Gains Chance at Remission
New criteria highlight possibilities for achieving remission for asthma patients.
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Flu Risk Significant in Children with Solid Organ Transplants
Large multicenter study quantifies the flu season challenge to young transplant recipients.
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When There’s No Room for Doubt
Neurocritical care team revives failing patient with resolve and advanced pediatric care.
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Biologics Give Regular Life Back to Children with Asthma
Though the right choice for many severe cases, biologics may be underused.
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RSV Exposure Heightens Childhood Asthma Risk
The new INSPIRE study demonstrates associations between first-year RSV infection and asthma.
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Exchanging Presumptions for Trauma-Informed Care
The newer approach avoids pitfalls and failings of 'culturally competent' care.
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Hypertension Gene Improves Odds in Congenital Heart Disease
A predisposition for adult hypertension is a single-factor indicator pointing to better surgical outcomes for babies with congenital heart disease.