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  • Tracheostomy | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    A tracheostomy is a surgically made opening in the front of the neck that goes directly into the airway. This keeps the pathway open so air can go through a tube, into the airway, and to the lungs.

  • Managing Home Health Care | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    When kids need intensive health care after they're discharged from the hospital, family and caregivers should learn about the devices, equipment, and support they'll need.

  • Pierre Robin Sequence (PRS) | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Babies born with Pierre Robin Sequence have a smaller-than-normal jaw. They need special treatment to keep the airway open, help with feeding and prevent serious problems.

  • Treacher Collins Syndrome | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) refers to a group of facial features that some babies are born with. TCS causes distinctive abnormalities of the head and face, but doesn't affect intelligence or lifespan.

  • Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a condition that causes muscle weakness and atrophy. There's no cure, but therapy and other treatments can help most people who have SMA.

  • Traqueotomía (para Padres) | Nemours KidsHealth Para Padres


    Una traqueotomía es una abertura realizada quirúrgicamente (llamada estoma) en la parte delantera del cuello, que conecta directamente con las vías respiratorias (tráquea). Un tubo de traqueotomía mantiene la vía abierta para que el aire pueda pasar a su través, entrar en la vía respiratoria y llegar a los pulmones.

  • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Babies who are born prematurely or who experience respiratory problems shortly after birth are at risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), sometimes called chronic lung disease.

  • When Your Baby's in the NICU | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Learn what a NICU visit will be like for your little one, what you can do to help, and how to find support for yourself.

  • When Your Child's in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    It can be stressful whenever kids are in the hospital — and even more so when they're admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). A basic understanding of the PICU can help you feel better prepared to help your child recover.

  • Medical Procedures | Nemours KidsHealth for Parents


    Info on surgical procedures and what to expect.