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      Chronic lung disease of prematurity

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      Learn about the common causes of chronic lung disease in premature babies and the ways to diagnose and treat it.

      Lung tattooing with IVATR

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      Learn what lung tattooing is, why it is required and how to prepare your child for the procedure.

      Physical activity and sport post lung transplant

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      Learn about the important role physical activity plays in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have had a lung transplant.

      Lung volume recruitment: How it helps your child to take a deep breath

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      Discover how to perform lung volume recruitment with your child to help them take deep breaths.

      Lung, heart, kidney and bladder effects of brain tumour treatment

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      Find information on how your child's lungs, heart, kidneys, and bladder may be affected by chemotherapy.

      Lung perfusion and ventilation scans

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      Learn how lung perfusion and ventilation scans check the flow of blood towards and around the lungs.

      Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in premature babies

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      Learn about respiratory distress syndrome, a common condition in very premature babies.

      Pulmonary hypertension

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      Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of pulmonary hypertension in children.

      Lung biopsy using image guidance

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      Learn what a lung biopsy is, why it is required and how to prepare your child for the procedure.

      Lung tests and cancer treatment

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      A lung test, or pulmonary function test, is used to measure how well you lungs are working. Learn why you may need a pulmonary function test and what to expect during the test.

      Lung biopsy: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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      Learn how to care for your child at home after a lung biopsy.

      Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD)

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      Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare inherited disease that can cause recurring lung, ear and sinus infections. Find out how the condition is caused and treated and the long-term outlook for children with PCD.

      Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD)

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      Learn about atrioventricular septal defects (AVSD) in children. This condition involves the lung overfilling with blood.

      Cystic fibrosis: Physical activity and exercise

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      Physical activity and exercise are important parts of what you can do to manage cystic fibrosis (CF). Learn about activities you can do to improve your lung function.

      Viral respiratory infection

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      Viral respiratory infection is a general term for lung and airway infections. Read about different viruses that can cause viral respiratory infections and treatment options.

      About scoliosis

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      Scoliosis is a condition that causes your child’s spine to curve sideways. Learn about the different types of scoliosis, some of its causes, and the risk factors that can increase your child's chance of developing a more severe curve.

      Types of heart conditions

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      Learn about the types of heart conditions that arise in children. Congenital heart defects and heart rhythm problems are among the conditions discussed.

      Pneumonia

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      Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and lower respiratory tract. Learn about the signs and symptoms of community-acquired pneumonia and how to take care of your child.

      Apnea of prematurity

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      Read about apnea of prematurity, which is a condition in which premature babies take unusually long pauses (usually more than 20 seconds) between breaths.

      Bleomycin

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called bleomycin. This information sheet explains what bleomycin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Teens, parents, surgeons... who's thinking what?

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      There are a number of concerns that arise around scoliosis. Find out how these different concerns rank among the patients, their families and their surgeons.

      Immediate risks of scoliosis surgery

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      Read about some of the complications that can arise after having scoliosis surgery. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.

      Types of medications you need after transplant

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      Cystic fibrosis (CF)

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      May is Cystic Fibrosis Month. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis, what the signs and symptoms are, and what treatments are available.

      Types of cancer in young people

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      The types of cancer that children and teenagers get are often different from the types that older adults get. Learn about some of the more common types of cancer in young people.

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