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Atrioventricular Canal Defect for Parents
An atrioventricular canal defect (AV canal) is a heart problem in which the center of a baby's heart does not form normally before birth.
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Ebstein Anomaly for Parents
Ebstein anomaly is a rare heart defect that affects the tricuspid valve. It can cause problems that range from very mild to very serious.
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) for Parents
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a birth defect of a baby’s heart. The left side of the heart doesn’t grow as it should, making it smaller and weaker than normal.
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Kidneys and Urinary Tract for Teens
The kidneys perform several functions that are essential to health, the most important of which are to filter blood and produce urine.
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Kidneys and Urinary Tract for Parents
The bean-shaped kidneys, each about the size of a child's fist, are essential to our health. Their most important role is to filter blood and produce urine.
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A to Z: Truncus Arteriosus for Parents
In the womb, a child's heart may develop a single large artery rather than separate aortic and pulmonary arteries. Learn about the condition here.
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What Is Divorce? for Kids
A divorce happens when two people who are married no longer want to be married to each other or live together. Learning more about divorce may make it a little easier to deal with.
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Words to Know (Sports Medicine Glossary) for Parents
This glossary provides definitions for some common sports medicine terms.
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Tips for Divorcing Parents for Parents
Every divorce - and every family - is different. But these guidelines might make the change a bit easier.
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Feeding Your 4- to 7-Month-Old for Parents
Is your baby is ready for solid foods? Learn how and when to get started.