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Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue. Connective tissue holds the body's cells, organs, and other tissue together. Connective tissue is also important in growth and development. ...

Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is uncommon in children. Chronic myelogenous leukemia is cancer of the blood in which too many granulocytes, a type of white blood cell, are produced in the marrow. ...

Understand the different types of coughs and when they become a concern. Get tips on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention to manage symptoms properly. ...

(CDH Clinic) Babies born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) face continuing medical challenges. The CDH clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital provides follow up medical care, support and guidance for CDH patients through age 5. ...

The Epilepsy Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital specializes in Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, an outpatient, non-invasive surgery to treat children with epilepsy. For more information on gamma knife surgery, call 314-454-KIDS (5437). ...

A CT or CAT scan uses X-rays to take cross-sectional pictures of the inside of the body in “slices.” These slices are then reconstructed into an image. ...

Our 90-minute virtual presentations are intended for parents and include time for questions and answers, and are offered for private groups by request only. Minimum enrollment is 6 and attendees must pre-register. Request a presentation for your group or organization. ...

Growing Strong Hearts and Minds: A webinar series on neurodevelopment for families in the congenital heart disease community “Growing Strong Hearts and Minds” is a series of virtual educational webinars hosted by the Cardiac Neurodevelopment Team at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and WashU Medicine physicians ...

Learn about common wrestling skin infections in teen athletes. Discover prevention tips and treatment options for a safe and healthy young athletes. ...

St. Louis Children’s Hospital earned a distinction only 76 other hospitals worldwide achieved— a fourth consecutive four-year Magnet Recognition® for nursing excellence. The announcement of the 2020-2024 designation was conferred by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s® Commission on Magnet. ...