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  2. Scimitar syndrome - Wikipedia

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    The syndrome associated with PAPVR is more commonly known as Scimitar syndrome after the curvilinear pattern created on a chest radiograph by the pulmonary veins that drain to the inferior vena cava. [2] This radiographic density often has the shape of a scimitar, a type of curved sword. [2] The syndrome was first described by Catherine Neill ...

  3. Persistent fetal circulation - Wikipedia

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    PPHN can range from mild to severe disease. In the most severe form, infants experience severe hypoxemia resulting in cardiac and pulmonary complications. [4] As a result of low oxygen levels, infants with PPHN are at an increased risk of developing complications, such as asphyxia, chronic lung disease, neurodevelopment issues, and death.

  4. Pulmonary capillary hemangiomatosis - Wikipedia

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    It is a rare cause of pulmonary hypertension, and occurs predominantly in young adults. [2] [3] Together with pulmonary veno-occlusive disease, PCH comprises WHO Group I' causes for pulmonary hypertension. Indeed, there is some evidence to suggest that PCH and pulmonary veno-occlusive disease are different forms of a similar disease process. [4]

  5. Cite this article as - images.huffingtonpost.com

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    than adults to the effects of pollution. Exposure to environmental pollutants during important times of physiological development can lead to long-lasting health problems, dysfunction, and disease.2 Children’s lung functioning is not yet fully developed.3–5 Compared to adults, they breathe in greater levels of polluted air relative

  6. Right-sided aortic arch - Wikipedia

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    The causes of right-sided aortic arch are still unknown, 22q11 deletions have been found in some people with this condition. [2] It has also been found in association with other genetic syndromes such as Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome).

  7. Nearly 90% of Adults in U.S. Have Syndrome That Can ... - AOL

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    The vast majority of the population has risk factors that put them at risk for CKM syndrome: 73% live with overweight or obesity, half of adults have high blood pressure, over 38 million American ...

  8. Anomalous pulmonary venous connection - Wikipedia

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    Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection, also known as total anomalous pulmonary venous return, is a rare cyanotic congenital heart defect in which the pulmonary veins drain into the right side of the heart instead of the left, as is usually seen.

  9. This Nighttime Habit Could Be A Key Indicator Of Dementia ...

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    Motoric cognitive risk syndrome is a series of symptoms that suggest someone may be developing dementia. It’s characterized by slow walking and cognitive complaints, like trouble with memory and ...