Cameron’s Story: Surgical Care for Extremely Complex Presentation of Hirschsprung’s Disease
After a life-threatening colon injury at 4 days old and multiple surgeries at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Cameron is now happy-go-lucky at age 4.
Pediatric Colorectal Program Patient Stories
Here at the Pediatric Colorectal Program, you have access to a large multidisciplinary team. Experts in pediatric colorectal surgery and gastroenterology coordinate with other sub-specialists to meet your child's unique bowel management needs.
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Hudson’s Story: Pull-through Procedure for Hirschsprung’s Disease
After a healthy start, Hudson hit an obstacle when diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease. With surgery and bowel management strategies, he’s doing well.
Hirschsprung’s Disease: Luke's Story
Luke was diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease when he was just three 3 days old, and underwent surgery to remove the affected part of his colon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Hirschsprung's Disease: Khloe's Story
Khloe was just 2 days old when doctors noticed she was having digestive problems. She was transferred to CHOP where doctors discovered she had Hirschsprung’s disease.