FABLEFetal Adaptation & Biologic Engineering

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Module 2

Understanding FETO

FETO is a before-birth procedure for severe CDH. These guides explain what it does, who it helps, and the biology behind it.

1What FETO actually doesHow fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) encourages fetal lung growth.→2Who is a candidate for FETO?Which babies with CDH may be considered for FETO.→3Risks and tradeoffs of FETOThe risks of FETO, including preterm birth, weighed against potential benefit.→4The biology behind fetal lung growthHow mechanical stretch signals drive fetal lung development, and why FETO works.→

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