Cardiomyopathy and Heart Transplant: Julia's Story
Diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy as an infant, Julia was 13 when she had a heart attack at school. She received a life-saving heart transplant at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Cardiac Center Patient Stories
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Supraventricular Tachycardia: Oliver’s Story
Cardiologists at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia diagnosed Oliver with supraventricular tachycardia when he was 1, then found the right treatment to keep his heart beating normally.
Kawasaki Disease and Heart Transplant: Kendall's Story
When Kendall was only 3 years old when he was diagnosed with a rare condition called Kawasaki disease, experienced a sudden heart attack, and received a life-saving heart transplant at CHOP.
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Tassos' Story
When Kristen and Tassos learned their unborn baby had hypoplastic left heart syndrome, they turned to CHOP's Cardiac Center for help and hope.