Fetal Lung Lesions Patient Stories
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Postnatal Surgery for Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation: Emma’s Story
Emma, now 25, was born with a life-threatening birth defect. Her family’s experience at CHOP early on in her life have inspired her to pursue a career in science.
A Dream Fulfilled: From Surgery as a Newborn to a Nurse in the ICU
Abby underwent surgery to remove a lung lesion at CHOP in her first few days of life and is now, 26 years later, a nurse in the Hospital’s ICU.
Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation (CCAM) Surgery: Owen’s Story
The fetal medicine team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia made a treatment plan for his CCAM/CPAM, and Owen is now home and happy after surgery.
Fetal Surgery for Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation: Elijah’s Story
Elijah needed a lifesaving surgery while he was still in his mother’s womb. Today, he's an active 6-year-old who loves basketball and T-ball, goes swimming, rides his bike, and rock climbs.
Lifesaving Surgery for Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation (CCAM): Adison’s Story
Kathleen’s decision to travel from Florida to deliver her son in Philadelphia turned out to be a lifesaver when the cysts inside his CCAM ruptured at birth.
Mariella's Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation (CCAM) Story
Before Mariella was born, doctors found a life-threatening cyst: a congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation. Her family turned to CHOP for lifesaving care.
Combination Lung Mass: Emma’s Story
Kelly Heffernan felt lost when a mass was discovered on her unborn daughter’s right lung. Here, she shares the story of how she and Emma Grace found their way to CHOP.
Eli’s Story: A Dad Reflects on His Son’s CCAM Diagnosis
Before Eli was born, he was diagnosed with a congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM), a large mass in his left lung. Eli’s dad, Matt, shares the story of his family’s journey to CHOP.
Bronchopulmonary Sequestration (BPS): Luke's Story
Luke Kelly came to CHOP for lifesaving care after being prenatally diagnosed with a type of lung lesion called bronchopulmonary sequestration (BPS).
Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation (CCAM) and EXIT: Adam's Story
Adam Jackson underwent a successful EXIT procedure at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to remove a large congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM).