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Boston, MA 02115
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My Child Has:
Edema
Programs that treat this condition
 Pulmonary Hypertension Program    Adult Congenital Heart Service  
 Heart Transplant Program    Pulmonary Vein Stenosis  
 Cardiomyopathy Program  
What is edema?
Swelling, usually in the feet, ankles, face, eyelids or abdomen, caused by a build-up of fluid. In heart disease, this condition can be caused by congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy or a congenital heart defect.
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