NICU Coarctation of the Aorta Coarctation of the Aorta is a narrowing of the aorta, the largest artery in the body. The aorta carries blood to be distributed throughout the upper and lower body … [Read more...]
NICU – Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Posted to NICU: July 23, 2009
NICU Cytomegalovirus (CMV) CMV is a virus in the herpes family. Though it does not present visible symptoms such as blistering or scarring, it does present itself in the form of mono-like … [Read more...]
NICU – Clubfoot
Posted to NICU: July 23, 2009
NICU Clubfoot Clubfoot refers to a condition where the foot is visibly bending inwards from the ankle. Clubfoot is unmistakable and can happen in one or both feet. It is even possible to detect … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Cerebral Palsy
Posted to NICU: July 23, 2009
NICU Cerebral Palsy (CP) What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy is a disorder for which there is no know cure to date. It affects a variety of body functions, including muscle control, … [Read more...]
NICU – Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
Posted to NICU: July 23, 2009
NICU Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) What is ASD? ASD is where there is a 'hole' between the upper champers of the heart. These upper chambers are called the atria. Blood is oxygenated in the body … [Read more...]
