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Richard D. Wood Jr. Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Patient Stories

You will receive care from a highly skilled and compassionate team with a global reputation. This team helped shape modern fetal care and continues to improve techniques and treatments.

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Spina Bifida: Caoimhghin's Story

Caoimhghin was diagnosed before birth with spina bifida, and was the very first baby delivered in the Garbose Family Special Delivery Unit at CHOP.

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Gastroschisis: Brianna's Story

Brianna Malloy was diagnosed with gastroschisis, a type of abdominal wall defect, before she was born. She underwent successful repair surgery at CHOP.

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Gastroschisis: Emma's Story

Before she was born, Emma Welsh was diagnosed with gastroschisis, a type of abdominal wall defect. She underwent successful repair surgery at CHOP.

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Giant Omphalocele: Charlotte's Story

Diagnosed before birth with giant omphalocele, Charlotte came to CHOP for delivery, surgery and follow-up care by a team experienced in caring for this birth defect.

Charlie smiling
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Omphalocele: Charlie's Story

One of the first patients treated by CHOP's Center for Fetal Diagnosis & Treatment, Charlie underwent seven surgeries to repair a giant omphalocele.

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