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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

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)

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

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

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

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

Computerized tomography (CT scan) for brain tumours

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.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for brain tumours

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.

Neonatal seizures

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

Your scoliosis surgery

Here is an introduction to scoliosis surgery. Links are provided to pages that give information about what will happen before, during, and after surgery.

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Lifestyle choices and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Low-sodium, low-potassium and low-phosphorus diet

Valganciclovir and ganciclovir

Gender and identity: Support and resources

A list of resources for young people and families who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.

Steps towards independence

Discover strategies and tips to help your teen become more independent and take control of their own health care.

Heart catheterization test

Learn about heart catheterization tests and electrophysiology studies, which give information about the structure of a child's heart and how well it is working.

Insulin pumps

Learn how insulin pumps work, if they're right for your child and what the potential concerns are.

Breathing problems in newborns

Read about various types of breathing problems in newborn babies and the care that is provided to help them.

Transplant: Impact on your child

Find out how an organ transplant can affect your child's development, school performance and self-esteem.

Household poisons and hazards: Bathroom

Learn about the common items in your bathroom that may be hazardous to children and what you should do if they are accidentally consumed.