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Jill and Mark Fishman Center for Lymphatic Disorders Patient Stories

Your child will be cared for by the most accomplished team of lymphatic disorder experts in the world. We make sure your child gets the highest level of care.

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Lymphatic Microsurgery: Daniel’s Story

Diagnosed with a rare lymphatic condition called chylothorax, a newborn undergoes life-saving surgery at CHOP’s Center for Lymphatic Disorders.

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From Struggling to Breathe to Finishing a 5K

Brenna first came to CHOP with a lymphatics condition so severe she could hardly function. A collaboration between lymphatics, genetics and oncology changed her life.

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Chylothorax: Lucas’ Story

Diagnosed with chylothorax at birth, Lucas needed expert lymphatic care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to survive. 

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Lymphatic Leaks: Georgia's Story

After a serious accident in Montana, Georgia, 10, was sent to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for a life-saving lymphatic procedure.

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Lymphatic Leaks: Naelani’s Story

Naelani was flown from Texas to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for an innovative procedure which worked to seal her lymphatic leaks.

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Plastic Bronchitis: John's Story

John, 6, had an innovative procedure to seal the leaks in his lymphatics system. Today, he has the energy to be active and play sports

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