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Condition
Rickets
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/RicketsRickets is a softening and weakening of bones in children, often caused by a vitamin D deficiency, but rickets can also have genetic causes. Shriners Children's doctors are experienced in diagnosing and treating rickets in its various forms.
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Condition
Macrodactyly
Shriners Children's offers treatment options for macrodactyly, an uncommon condition in which a baby is born with abnormally large fingers or toes. This is caused by an overgrowth of the underlying soft tissues and bone.
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Condition
Clubfoot Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/ClubfootTalipes equinovarus (TEV) is the medical term for "clubfoot," and Shriners Children's physicians are specialists in this common and treatable pediatric orthopedic condition.
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Condition
VATER/VACTERL Syndrome
VATER/VACTERL syndrome is a congenital disorder with at least three irregularities occurring together. VACTERL stands for Vertebral, Anal, Cardiac, Tracheal, Esophageal, Renal (kidney) and Limb abnormalities.
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Condition
Cloacal Malformation
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Cloacal-MalformationAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with a cloacal malformation and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems
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Condition
Femoral Antiversion
Femoral anteversion is an inward twisting of the thigh bone (femur), which causes a child to have a pigeon-toed appearance and experience frequent trips or falls. Many cases correct themselves as the child grows.
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Treatment
Alternatives To Rectal Enemas
Our team provides individualized diets, laxatives and psychosocial therapy to provide relief for children with constipation.
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Treatment
Ravitch Procedure
Corrects severe or complex cases of pectus carinatum and pectus excavatum by removing the cartilage causing the defect. The sternum is then placed in the normal position.
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Treatment
Orthopedic Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Orthopedic-SurgeryWith their expertise in treating children from toddlers to teens, the pediatric orthopedic surgeons at Shriners Children’s understand the challenges of planning ahead for growing bones and bodies.
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Treatment
Anterior Vertebral Body Tethering
Shriners Children's is a leader in this alternative, less invasive treatment to spinal fusion. It provides another option for patients with scoliosis who are still growing and need surgery.