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New Concussion Management Assessment Tools for Youth Sports

Researchers at Children’s Hospital Colorado are making strides in concussion research and care for children and teens with 36 papers accepted for inclusion in the British Journal of Sports Medicine’s international consensus statement, offering new tools and evidence-based guidance for managing sports-related concussions worldwide.

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Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection

Jaime Belkind-Gerson, MD, leads groundbreaking research on the gut-brain connection that explores how the gut microbiome impacts various health conditions, aiming to develop personalized treatments for issues like chronic pain, digestive disorders and depression.

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Pulmonary Hypertension in Congenital Heart Disease: A Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association

Pulmonary hypertension is linked to congenital heart disease. Despite advancements, many develop complications. Diagnostic techniques vary, with pharmacotherapy being common and socioeconomic factors influence outcomes. More research is essential for optimal care.

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Predicting Late Developmental dysplasia of the Hip: Using both Ultrasound and Plain Radiographs

A new study finds that six-month X-rays and ultrasounds for infants diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip are important in helping predict late dysplasia in the future.

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Less Need for Pavlik Harness When Appropriate Use Criteria Applied to Developmental Hip Dysplasia

Orthopedic researchers at Children’s Hospital Colorado found applying Appropriate Use Criteria for developmental dysplasia of the hip treatment decreases number of infants treated with Pavlik harness.

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Cord Blood Lipid Levels Linked to Birth Weight, Doppler Velocimetry of Fetal Vessels in Fetal Growth Restriction Pregnancies

In this study, researchers explored the link between fetal growth restriction and cord blood lipid levels, finding that growth-restricted infants have altered cord blood lipid profiles, with abnormal Doppler flow in fetal vessels. This suggests an influence on intrauterine lipid metabolism.

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Improving Outcomes of Fetal Whole-exome Sequencing With a Multidisciplinary Approach

The Colorado Fetal Care Center established a multidisciplinary Fetal Precision Medicine Board to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of prenatal whole-exome sequencing, effectively addressing challenges such as cost, lengthy turnaround time, and expertise requirements.

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Accelerating the Discovery of Inborn Errors of Immunity

The immunology team at Children’s Hospital Colorado has built a center of excellence to study extremely rare genetic abnormalities that lead to immune diseases, an approach they say can generate knowledge applicable to more common disorders.

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Advanced Genetic Testing to Avert Rare Pregnancy Complications

Through genetic testing, a pregnant woman discovered she carried a rare MAGED2 gene variation linked to Bartter syndrome, potentially threatening both her and her unborn baby's life. Leveraging precision medicine, her doctors at UCHealth and the Colorado Fetal Care Center developed a personalized care plan, successfully carrying her pregnancy to full term and ensuring the health of both mother and baby.

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Improving Options for Pediatric Craniopharyngioma Treatment

The Children's Hospital Colorado Neuroscience Institute is making advances in the treatment of craniopharyngioma, a benign but debilitating brain tumor that primarily affects children. Led by Dr. Todd Hankinson, the Institute has formed a consortium dedicated to researching new treatments and is now leading clinical trials exploring novel therapies.