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Rare Genetic Disorder Challenges Newborn's Survival

Rare Genetic Disorder Challenges Newborn's Survival

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One-week-old KJ Muldoon was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder CPS1 deficiency, affecting only one in 1.3 million babies. Facing a grim prognosis of severe developmental delays and potential death, his parents chose to pursue treatment instead of comfort care. Doctors at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are providing care, offering a chance for survival against significant odds.

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