Fact Sheets

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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat aortic stenosis.
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Premature Birth
Babies born before the beginning of the 37th week of pregnancy are considered premature.
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Pediatric Reflux Disease
Pediatric gastroesophageal reflux is common; it becomes a problem when the esophagus is irritated and causes pain or a burning sensation.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive (also known as laparoscopic or keyhole) procedures are making many surgeries dramatically safer and more tolerable.
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), a congenital heart defect that can affect blood flow, is most common in babies born prematurely.
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Pediatric Cancer Surgery
Survival rates for children with cancer have risen dramatically, a result of major advances in cancer treatments, including pediatric cancer surgery.
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Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Gynecologic surgeries can be performed using a minimally invasive approach, including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and even robotic assisted surgery.
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Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgery
Yale Medicine surgeons are widely recognized for innovation and expertise in the surgical treatment of pediatric congenital heart defects.
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Heart Surgery
Thousands of heart surgeries are performed every day in the United States. Many patients have excellent results—not only do patients survive longer than they used to, they enjoy a good quality of life.
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Pediatric Urology
Pediatric urology helps children by performing routine procedures like circumcisions and reconstructive surgeries for sexual development disorders.