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Prevention in the Uncharted World of Childhood Polyposis

Intestinal polyps form in childhood for a variety of reasons, many of them not well understood. Our team collaborates to study what makes them tick.

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Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Cardiovascular Research

This study was the first large-scale, standardized analysis of predictors of change in cardiovascular disease risk factors among a cohort of severely obese adolescents.

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Posterior Spinal Fusion Research

Researchers in the Orthopedics Institute at Children's Hospital Colorado found that posterior spinal fusion patients may reach physical therapy goals sooner if they take Gabapentin as part of their post-surgery pain management plan.

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Surgical Versus Medical Management for Adolescents with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

Researchers compared the effectiveness of bariatric surgery with medical therapy in treating type 2 diabetes in obese adolescents in this study.

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Long-Term Study of Adolescents Reveals Increased Prevalence of Celiac Disease and Autoimmunity

Dr. Edwin Liu and a research team at the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease aims to learn more about celiac disease autoimmunity and its correlation to the growing incidence of celiac disease in Denver-born individuals.

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Raising a Caring and Empathetic Child: Tips for Families

Discover tips for raising empathetic children who understand others’ feelings, handle conflicts, build friendships and practice kindness in daily life.

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Sports Injury Psychology

Our pediatric sports experts know that psychological healing is key to recovering from a sports injury. Learn how we support physical and mental health.

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Hirschsprung Disease Surgery and Fecal Incontinence

Hirschsprung disease research highlights the importance of preserving the anal canal in surgery to avoid fecal incontinence in children.

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Is My Child a High Achiever or a Perfectionist?

All parents and caregivers want their children to succeed. But when a drive for high achievement turns into a need for perfection, a child’s mental health can be affected. Learn what to look out for.

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What You Need to Know About Elimination Diets for Kids

Learn how elimination diets help identify food intolerances in kids, why dietitian guidance is essential and how to support your child with safe substitutions and balanced nutrition.