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Cardiovascular Surgery Service performs unprecedented procedure in Brazil

Implantation of a pacemaker with an envelope of antibiotics was carried out in December 2022, debuting the use of technology in the country. Read more in the first edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2023

Challenges and hope leave a mark in the year at Pequeno Príncipe

The year is coming to an end and the largest exclusively pediatric hospital of Brazil wants to share some of its achievements with its supporters. Learn more in the 11th edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Pediatric care by the Brazilian Public Health System: why is funding so challenging?

The table fee that regulates payments to hospitals was formulated in the 1980s, and the necessary inflationary corrections weren’t applied. Read more in the tenth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

After two years, Pequeno Príncipe Gala is held in person once again

Held in New York, the 12th edition of the event brought together 260 supporters of the institution and was marked by the emotion of the reunions. Learn more in the ninth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Cost of the 10 most used drugs in the Hospital not fully covered by the Brazilian Public Health System exceeds US$ 500,000 per year

The list includes drugs intended for patients who need bone marrow transplants and who are undergoing cancer treatment. Read more in the eighth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Pequeno Príncipe is one of the hospitals that most perform surgeries on children in Brazil

There are more than 1,000 surgical operations per month, performed by 51 surgeons and 15 anesthesiologists, in 16 specialties and subspecialties, from simple procedures to transplants. Learn more in the seventh edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Shortage of specialized hospitals leads families to cross Brazil in search of care

In a country with continental dimensions, Pequeno Príncipe is the only pediatric hospital to offer high-complexity care in 35 specialties through the Brazilian Public Health System. Read more in the sixth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Pequeno Príncipe starts TV campaign to raise funds

The initiative seeks to mobilize society to support the cause of children’s health. Donations can be made at www.salvarvidas.org.br. Learn more in the fifth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Campaign sheds light on the underfunding and Brazilian crisis of charitable hospitals

Deficit in healthcare reached US$ 10.4 million at the Pequeno Príncipe in 2021, regardless of the fundraising. Click here and learn more in the fourth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

William is a former patient and is fulfilling his dream of becoming a lyrical singer

In autism awareness month, learn about this inspiring story and the characteristics of this condition that affects about seventy million people worldwide. Learn more in the third edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Learnings brought by the COVID-19 pandemic help to reduce mortality rate

Mortality rate dropped from 1.6%, in the first year of the pandemic, to 0.1% in the beginning of the third year. Click here and learn more in the second edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

Cases of COVID-19 in children and adolescents had an outstanding increase by early 2022

Since the beginning of the pandemic, this was the time with the greatest impact of the disease on the child-youth population. Learn more in the first edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2022

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: female participation plays a fundamental role in history and today

The Pequeno Príncipe reinforces the importance of giving visibility to women’s work. At the Pelé Pequeno Príncipe Research Institute, 75% are female researchers

2021: The year of science and hope

The Pequeno Príncipe Hospital faced the challenges of the second year of the coronavirus pandemic with courage, dedication, professionalism and excellence in management. Learn more in the 11th edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

Childhood cancer in Brazil kills twice as much as in the United States

There is a lack of reference centers such as the Pequeno Príncipe Hospital, which offers care from diagnosis to bone marrow transplantation. Learn more in the tenth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

Hospital provides healthcare for indigenous children and adolescents

The project is addressed to the urban village Kakané Porã and provides health monitoring in person and through teleconsultations. Click here and learn more in the ninth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

The Pequeno Príncipe Gala celebrates ten years of social mobilization

Throughout one decade, the event has already raised more than US$ 4.4 million for the assistance and research activities of the institution. Learn more in the eighth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

Protocols adopted by the Hospital guarantee safety to all patients

Doctors warn about the importance of seeking specialized help to preserve the health of children and adolescents. Click here and learn more in the seventh edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe Gala” in 2021

Pequeno Príncipe Hospital reaches the mark of 15,000 catheterizations

The procedure carried out at the institution, exclusively in children and adolescents, treats and helps in the diagnosis. The Cardiology Service is a national reference. Learn more in the sixth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe Gala” in 2021

Rare neurological surgery cures child who had over 100 convulsions a day

The family left Goiânia (state of Goiás) in search for treatment at Pequeno Príncipe Hospital for the little patient. Click here and learn more about this story in the fifth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe Gala” in 2021

Telemedicine: one more way to provide continuity of care during the pandemic

Public Health System (SUS) patients have been prioritized. Consultations are being offered in 13 specialties. Learn more in the fourth edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

The Bone Marrow Transplantation Service turns ten years old

During this period, 303 transplants were carried out, consolidating the service as one of the largest in Brazil to assist children through the Public Health System. Click here and learn more in the third edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

Cochlear Implant Service of Pequeno Príncipe turns 10 years old

According to the Ministry of Health, for each 1,000 children born in Brazil, three present problems related to deaf; procedure is offered by the Public Health System. Click here and learn more in the second edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

Pequeno Príncipe celebrates 15 liver transplants during the first year of the pandemic

Reference in this type of procedure, the institution transforms the lives of several children and their families. Learn more in the first edition of the “Pequeno Príncipe News” in 2021

A year of overcoming

With planning, responsibility and excellence in management and care, the Pequeno Príncipe Hospital faced the coronavirus pandemic. Learn more in the 17th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe Gala mobilizes Hospital supporters in an innovative way

Online event will take place on November 18 and will count on the participation of chef Claude Troisgros and singer and actor Tiago Abravanel. Learn more about the subject in the 16th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Your support is paramount to offer healthcare to children e adolescents also during the pandemic

In the 15th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”, you will learn more about the Gisele’s story. She was diagnosed with cancer when she was a child and received treatment at Pequeno Príncipe. Today, she is a volunteer in the Hospital

Baby with neurodegenerative disease receives revolutionary therapy at Pequeno Príncipe Hospital

Known as the most expensive medicine in the world, Zolgensma was applied to a ten-month-old baby who won the medication in a worldwide raffle. Learn more about the subject in the 14th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe assists patients with Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome

Aware of its role as a reference, the Hospital alerts society about this complication associated with COVID-19, which has a high mortality rate. Learn more about the subject in the 13th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe launches the Gala 2020 – A Journey of Hope

In an on demand online format, the initiative will share health, science, gastronomy and music content with the institution’s supporters. Click here and learn more about the 12th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Researchers work on the development of antibodies against the coronavirus

Produced in the blood of horses, the antibodies allow passive immunization to be offered to patients with severe COVID-19. Click here and learn more about the 11th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Worldwide coronavirus research seeks volunteers

Purpose is to understand why some people develop severe illnesses even without being at risk group. Click here and learn more about the 10th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Coronavirus pandemic advances in the South region of Brazil and impacts Pequeno Príncipe

In addition to the increase in cases, two hospitals in Curitiba (state of Paraná) deactivated pediatric wings and ICUs, transferring care to the institution. Click here and learn more about the 9th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe performs heart transplantation during the coronavirus pandemic

14-year-old patient, Matheus Felipe, waited only eight days for a new heart. Click here and learn more about the 8th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe prepares to resume essential elective surgeries

Specific protocols and flows for surgical patients ensure safety while resuming procedures. Click here and learn more about this and other subjects in the 7th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

2-year-old patient wins the battle against the coronavirus while recovering from transplant

Most children and adolescents treated with COVID-19 show good evolution. Click here and learn more about the 6th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe’s Genomic Lab conducts tests to detect coronavirus

Project enable through the support of society is conducting exams on patients, staff and public agents. Click here and learn more about the 5th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe develops a tool to foresee demand for ICU beds in coping with COVID-19

Based on mathematical modeling, instrument creates strategic intelligence to support Hospital management. Click here and learn more about the 4th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe needs support to face the coronavirus

More than ever, the Hospital needs the support of society to overcome this moment and continue to serve children from all over Brazil with excellent medicine. Click here and learn more about the 3rd edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Research Institute team integrates worldwide project on coronavirus

Main purpose is to understand why some people develop severe illness even without being in the risk group. Click here and learn more about this and other subjects in the 2nd edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Pequeno Príncipe Hospital has prepared an ICU and 48 beds to receive patients with COVID-19

In this pandemic moment, the society’s support for the institution remains fundamental. Click here and learn more about this and other subjects in the 1st edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News – Special edition COVID-19”

Dr. Rodrigo Vianna performs liver transplant in Pequeno Príncipe

Participation of the renowned surgeon in this surgery, that resumed the hepatic transplants in the Hospital, is one of the subjects in the 14th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News”. Click here and learn more about this and other subjects

Pequeno Príncipe Hospital: in 100 years, a revolution in the healthcare of children and adolescents

From reducing child mortality rates to building a new rights-based form of care, the institution innovates to support and protect childhood. Check it out this and another subjects in the 13th edition of the news

Pequeno Príncipe Hospital completes 100 years

Among the various initiatives to celebrate the occasion, a website collects stories of lives that were transformed by the institution. Learn more about this and other subjects in the 12th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News”

Pequeno Príncipe Hospital is awarded for its excellence

With the accomplishment, the institution is now a part of a group of 10 hospitals in Paraná that are considered to be excellent in management and assistance quality, for example. Check it out this and another subjects in the 11th news’ edition!

Pelé kicks off celebrations for Pequeno Príncipe’s 100 years

This is one of the subjects of the 10th edition of “Pequeno Príncipe News”, which also presents articles about the Pequeno Príncipe’s Center for Realistic Simulation and the Translational Medicine, among other topics. Check it out!

Imaging Center receives new equipment

This is one of the news from the ninth edition of Pequeno Príncipe News, that, among other topics, also talks about the institution’s first transplant. Read more here!

Learn the story of the patient who had the first autotransplant in the world

Gabriela was conceived to save her brother’s life but ended up saving her own

New equipment delivers quicker results and helps save lives

MALDI-TOF revolutionizes the way to identify bacteria and others microorganisms that cause infections, allowing faster intervention

Pequeno Príncipe’s second semester was full of recognition

One of these achievements was the Legislative Merit Medal given to Ety Gonçalves Forte, president of the Hospital’s maintaining association

Pequeno Príncipe Gala exceeds fundraising goal

The resources will support the healthcare and research activities of the institution, with an emphasis on cancer and other complex childhood diseases

Support House becomes a home for Adailton and his grandmother

Adailton is originally from Carlinda, in the State of Mato Grosso, and has received treatment in Pequeno Príncipe Hospital for 18 years

Pequeno Príncipe carries out clinical trials with new medication

Developed by the pharmaceutical industry in partnership with the Hospital, these research projects strive to find new treatments for complex diseases

Here comes the Pequeno Príncipe North

Project plans to install a day hospital that will be able to perform 800 surgeries and 3,000 appointments per month

Curitiba hosts the 9th edition of the Pequeno Príncipe Gala

Event marks the beginning of the celebrations of the Hospital’s centennial

Glass bones, heart of gold

Isabel, a patient with osteogenesis imperfecta, wants to become a doctor to repay all the care that she has received

Research proves that computer games can help children with attention deficit disorder

This was the first study that evaluated an electronic game’s contribution to child development; however, screen time should still be limited

Constant growing demand

Cases are increasing in complexity and require more hospitalization time in the Intensive Care Unit

Pequeno Príncipe is one of the most important centers of pediatric cardiac surgery in Brazil

Due to growing demands in this field, the Hospital prepares to expand its Intensive Care Unit and train new staff

Pay attention to the signs of violence

Behavioral changes in children and teenagers could indicate that something is wrong

Columbia University specialist points out the consequence of violence in child development

According to professor Cristiane Duarte, children and teenagers who are submitted to adverse conditions have a shorter life expectancy

Pequeno Príncipe is in mourning due to violence against children and teenagers

Considered a reference in victim treatment, the Hospital also provides information and mobilizes society to identify and report this serious crime

An educational hospital

Pequeno Príncipe creates learning opportunities for everyone who comes through its doors, in every place, in all of its forms

Ryan is overcoming short bowel syndrome

The boy lost part of his intestine due to complications after he was born. He was finally able to go home after eight months of treatment

Intestinal rehabilitation provides life quality to patients with short bowel syndrome

Children who lost a part of the small intestine turn to oral feeding, thanks to a treatment offered by the Pequeno Príncipe Hospital

Pequeno Príncipe: 99 years of pioneering and innovation

Throughout its history, the institution has sought to offer the best to its patients in the field of healthcare. And that is only possible through cientific discoveries and the use of new technologies

Three-year-old twins reunite and celebrate a successful bone marrow transplant after being separated for 40 days

The procedure was needed due to a rare disease that affected the twins

Research looks into alternative to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy medication

Released only in the intestine, the newly developed compound reduces contact with the digestive tract and lessens discomfort for the patient

Volunteers help to build an increasingly better hospital

How volunteerism has shaped Pequeno Príncipe Hospital’s history and continues to be vital to the Institution’s activities

An event that sparkled with solidarity and fine dining

The 2017 Gala was a fundraising success, thanks to the many people who united to make it possible

Isabela’s Story: the wish to become a doctor after her treatment at Pequeno Príncipe

Know more about the story of 8-year-old patient Isabela, who travelled two thousand kilometers to receive the specialized Cardiology treatment in Pequeno Príncipe

Bioethics Committee discusses ethical dilemmas and limits between life and death

Formalized in August, the Committee contributes so that the multiprofessional team, patients and their families can analyze the critical situations involving palliative care and terminality

150 Thousand Chances of Life project benefits children from five brazilian states

Genetic testing prematurely identifies mutation linked to pediatric cancer and allows the diagnosis of primary immunodeficiencies

Fine dining, solidarity and brazilian music at the Pequeno Príncipe Gala

The event will take place on October 12th at Gotham Hall, in New York City. The night will be a true celebration of life

Neonatal ICU turns 25

Most young patients need surgical treatment in order to survive

Twins undergo bone marrow transplant to treat rare illness

Only three-years-old, twins Samuel and Daniel traveled over 3,000 km so they could be treated at the Pequeno Príncipe

Rare diseases may also require bone marrow transplants

Half of the transplants at the Pequeno Príncipe are performed in children who suffer from rare diseases

Pequeno Príncipe prepares to inaugurate Biobank and Genomics Laboratory

New space will be inaugurated in November and will allow the development of new diagnostics and treatment methods

Pequeno Príncipe invests in new technologies to save lives

"Robot Laura" helps the Hospital identify and reduce cases of sepsis

Pequeno Príncipe develops app for patients with primary immunodeficiencies

This pioneering initiative in Latin America allows the recording of data such as lab exams as well as to keep track of periodic infusions of immunoglobulin

Get to know the story of Juninho

After nine months of treatment at the Pequeno Príncipe Hospital, he went from 88 to 154 pounds and was able to travel to Miami and undergo a bowel transplant

New York hosts 2017 edition of Pequeno Príncipe Gala

Solidarity is the flavor of the night. This event will pay special tribute to Rodrigo Vianna

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