Patient Stories
Featured Stories
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Fetal Hypothyroidism and Goiter: The Carter's Story
Expert in-utero surgery at the Johns Hopkins Center for Fetal Therapy and coordinated treatment helped baby Myles overcome a rare diagnosis.
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Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH): The Walshes' Story
Adrienne and Jim Walsh's unborn daughter developed CDH, a serious prenatal defect. In-utero surgery and specialized life support afterward helped baby Autumn defy the odds.
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Fetoscopic Surgery for Spina Bifida: Keri's Story
Keri and Scott were shocked to find out their unborn daughter had spina bifida. They entrusted experts at Johns Hopkins, who used a fetoscopic approach to treat the problem with less risk to mother and baby.
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Fetoscopic Treatment for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH): Natika's Story
When Natika found out her unborn baby had congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) as did her older child, she sought help at Johns Hopkins, where a trial for a procedure called FETO would give her youngest child a fighting chance.
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Pre-Term Bleeding: Melissa's Story
When Melissa Grant experienced severe bleeding, she made a choice to fight for her unborn son's survival and sought help at Johns Hopkins' Center for Fetal Therapy. Today, her son Miles is thriving and growing healthy and strong.
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Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS): Simarjeet's Story
Simarjeet's unborn twins developed a rare complication that required fast diagnosis and delicate surgery.