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Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in premature babies

Read about intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), or bleeding in the brain, in premature babies.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

Post-hemorrhagic ventricular dilatation (PHVD) in newborns

Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of post-hemorrhagic ventricular dilatation (PHVD) in newborn babies.

Brain biopsy

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An in-depth look at what is involved in a biopsy as part of the medical diagnosis of brain cancer.

Signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which can have more severe symptoms than acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Deciding about epilepsy surgery: Points to consider

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Learn some important things to keep in mind when making a decision about epilepsy surgery, such as surgery goals, risks and possible complications.

Neonatal seizures

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Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal seizures.

Computerized tomography (CT scan) for brain tumours

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An in-depth description of what is involved in a CT scan as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.

Signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children

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Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which can cause physical and neurological changes in your child.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for brain tumours

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An in-depth description of what is involved in a MRI as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. fMRI and MRA are also discussed.

Coping with a diagnosis of congenital heart defects

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Read about coping with a diagnosis. While the diagnosis may be upsetting, the good news is that a child's pain is no longer a mystery.

Diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours

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This page describes what is involved in the diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours.

Cell morphology test

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Learn how a cell morphology test is performed and how it can confirm a leukemia diagnosis.

Adjusting to diagnosis and treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip

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Learn how to cope when your child has been diagnosed with and treated for developmental dysplasia of the hip and find resources and supports to help you and your family.

Diagnosis of heart-related syndromes

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Learn about heart-related syndromes. A syndrome is a medical term for a collection of signs and symptoms that generally stem from a single cause.

Diagnosing cancer

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Diagnosing cancer can involve lots of questions, a physical exam and multiple tests. Find out what to expect during the process of diagnosis and about some of the specialists you may see.

Types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

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Learn about the different types of medications that are available for the treatment of arthritis. These include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, corticosteroid joint injections, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug, etc.

Screening for complications of diabetes

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Learn how often your child needs to be screened for diabetes complications and what you can expect from each test and screening.

Bone scan and bone density and JIA

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A bone scan and a bone density test are two types of tests you may need for JIA diagnosis. Learn what you can expect during each of these tests.

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1): How is it diagnosed?

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Learn about clinical and genetic testing, two ways that doctors diagnose Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Each of these methods has advantages and limits.

Coping with the diagnosis of epilepsy

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Find out ways to cope with the different emotions you may have about an epilepsy diagnosis and about seeing a child have a seizure.

Periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome

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Information about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of periodic fever adenitis pharyngitis aphthous ulcer (PFAPA) syndrome.

Hemophilia glossary

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A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.

Complete blood count (CBC)

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Learn what a complete blood count (CBC) can find.

What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

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Learn about autism spectrum disorder, including the characteristics and causes of autism.