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Superando as dificuldades da síndrome de Apert: a história do João
Depois de uma gravidez “perfeita” em 2017, os brasileiros Natália e Igor estavam emocionados por conhecer seu terceiro filho. Eles ficaram chocados quando os médicos arrebataram João uns instantes após o parto. “Até o momento em que ele nasceu, tudo parecia muito normal”, afirma Natália. “Mas quando ele chegou, imediatamente percebemos que havia algo errado: ... Read More about Superando as dificuldades da síndrome de Apert: a história do João
Tagged: apert syndrome, craniofacial, international
Five things to know about the flu
It’s flu season again. In fact, about half of every year, from September to March, is “flu season.” Despite the fact that we spend half of our lives in flu season, there are lots of misconceptions about this common and sometimes deadly virus. Here are five important facts about the flu that not everyone knows: 1. You ... Read More about Five things to know about the flu
Daphne’s story: Lifting the fog on bladder exstrophy
The day of their 18-week prenatal appointment was the first day of the most difficult 18 months of Pam and Jon’s life. When the ultrasound technician couldn’t see their baby’s bladder, they were sent home to try again later. They had so many questions, plus a 2-year-old daughter, their careers, and a house to take ... Read More about Daphne’s story: Lifting the fog on bladder exstrophy
Tagged: fetal medicine, MFCC, surgery, urology