Unraveling the Mysteries of Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment
November 18, 2024
More precise definitions can aid diagnosis of cerebral/cortical visual impairment in children.
Research and Breakthroughs
Could a Key Protein Lead to New Therapies for Wilms Tumor?
November 14, 2024
A CHLA study explores the role of the extracellular matrix in difficult-to-treat forms of Wilms tumor.
How a New Test Is Transforming Care for Retinoblastoma
November 13, 2024
Jesse Berry, MD, shares how CHLA’s pioneering liquid biopsy is personalizing care for retinoblastoma.
Study Aims to Boost Diabetes Device Use Among Latinx Youth
November 8, 2024
A study co-led by CHLA is testing a unique intervention to address a diabetes technology disparity among Latinx youth.
Elevidys Gene Therapy: A Neurologist’s Perspective
November 7, 2024
A CHLA expert shares her experience of administering this gene therapy for Duchenne—and why comprehensive care is critical for patients.
New Research From the Neurological Institute Team
November 4, 2024
CHLA’s Neurology and Neurosurgery faculty have led multiple research publications over the past few months.
Fasting-Mimicking Diet Restores Kidney Function in Study
October 30, 2024
A specialized low-salt fasting-mimicking diet restores kidney function in preclinical animal models and patients with chronic kidney disease.
Novel Pulmonary Valve Aims to Reduce Invasive Surgeries for Kids
October 28, 2024
An investigational clinical trial at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is testing the Autus pulmonary valve, which can be size-adjusted as a child grows.
Deep Vein Thrombosis Affects 3% of Central Venous Catheters in NICU Patients
October 28, 2024
A CHLA study used natural language processing to examine the prevalence and risk factors for blood clots in NICU babies with central lines.
CHLA Endocrinologist to Co-Lead New Nationwide Study Investigating the Impacts of Type 1 Diabetes on Childhood Brain Development
October 22, 2024
Dr. Jennifer Raymond and her team will work to recruit participants from underrepresented communities for a research study exploring how Type 1 diabetes affects the developing brain.