Developmental Delay

Dr. Amy Jo Lisanti and colleagues published a call to prioritize developmental care for children with complex congenital heart disease.

A protein defect affects a process called glycosylation, and results in developmental delay and intellectual disability.

Researchers have identified a gene mutation that causes developmental delay, intellectual disability, behavioral abnormalities and musculoskeletal problems in children.

Balancing analgesia and opioid stewardship — two priorities of orthopedic surgeons. Research by Apurva Shah, MD, shows opioid overprescription.

Welcome back to another weekly edition of our roundup of research news from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia! One of the things that is so exciting about research at CHOP is that our researchers are working to improve the health and lives of children in such a broad range of ways.

Half of infants born with severe congenital heart disease go on to develop neurodevelopmental disorders, which may include cognitive, motor, social, and language impairments.

By underscoring the importance of standardized childhood developmental screening and communication between clinicians and caregivers, two new studies from CHOP's PolicyLab can help physicians and families better support children with developmental