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Horseshoe Kidney
Horseshoe kidney occurs in about one in 500 children. It occurs during fetal development as the kidneys move into their normal position in the flank area.
Kidney Stones
A kidney stone is a hard mass that develops when chemicals in the urine crystallize or form into a stone within the kidney.
Duplicated Kidney
A duplicated kidney, also referred to as a ureteral duplication or duplicated collecting system, means that a kidney has two ureters draining the kidney rather than the normal one.
Kidney, Ureter and Bladder X-ray
A kidney, ureter, and bladder (KUB) X-ray is also known as a "flat plate of the abdomen x-ray," may be performed to assess the abdominal area for causes of abdominal pain,
Oncology Clinical Trial: Study of Kidney Tumors in Younger Patients
Clinical Trial Protocol # AREN03B2 | Biology/Genomics, Registry | Contact (714) 509-8646
Kidney Abnormalities in Children
Dr. Dorit Ben-Ezer describes the kidney problems seen in children and the treatments available to keep kidney defects from becoming life-threatening to a child.
Renal Failure
Renal failure in kids refer to temporary or permanent damage to the kidneys that results in loss of normal kidney function.
Urology Conditions We Treat
The CHOC Urology Center treats a wide spectrum of pediatric urological conditions and disorders in both male and female patients.
High Blood Pressure in Children and Adolescents
Blood pressures vary depending on the age of your child, as well as according to his or her height, weight, and gender. Before determining that your child has high blood pressure, a doctor or nurse will take several readings when your child is calm.
Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF) and Esophageal Atresia (EA)
CHOC surgeons expertly repair tracheoesophageal fistula, when the esophagus and trachea have an abnormal connection, and esophageal atresia, when the esophagus abnormally forms in two parts.
Vesicoureteral Reflux
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is a pediatric condition most frequently diagnosed in infancy and childhood.
Anorectal Malformation
CHOC pediatric general surgeons are experts in repairing anorectal malformations, including imperforate anus, in children—even newborn babies.
Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is the inflammation and autodigestion of the pancreas. Autodigestion describes a process in which pancreatic enzymes destroy its own tissue.
Nephrology
CHOC Pediatric Nephrology enhances the quality of life for children with kidney disease, providing a variety of inpatient and outpatient programs.
2017 Annual Report
We invite you to see how some of these truly shining stars view CHOC Children’s. You will be inspired by their “Through the eyes of…” stories.
Petition Seeks to Make Honorary Marine of OC Boy with Only Days to Live
Petition asking for Wyatt to become an "Honorary Marine." More than 2,500 people, mainly Marines, have signed it.
Truncus Arteriosus
Truncus arteriosus is a congenital (present at birth) defect that occurs due to abnormal development of the fetal heart during the first eight weeks of pregnancy.
When to worry about a child’s stomachache, according to experts
Children tend to get stomachaches often. How can parents know if something is seriously wrong, or if it's just a run-of-the-mill pain that will go away on its own?
Our Team of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Pediatric Specialists
The Fetal Care Center of Southern California brings together all the specialists needed to manage high-risk pregnancies.
Coarctation of the Aorta
Coarctation of the aorta is a congenital (present at birth) heart defect involving a narrowing of the aorta. This narrowing restricts the amount of oxygen-rich (red) blood that can travel to the lower part of the body.
14 Myths and Misconceptions About the Flu Vaccine
The flu vaccine is surrounded by myths and misconceptions. Here are 14 myths and misconceptions about the flu shot.
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is an opening in the ventricular septum, or dividing wall between the two lower chambers of the heart known as the right and left ventricles.
Cancer FAQs
The most frequently asked questions our case coordinators get regarding the medical basics of cancers.
Atrioventricular Canal Defect
Atrioventricular canal (AV Canal or AVC) defect is a congenital heart defect. That means it is present at birth.