The upper darby summer stage shooting stars is an outgrowth of the summer stage program and involves up to 45 summer stagers in year round performances for the community. Upper darby performing arts center is located at 601 n. Pennsylvania ballet ii passion, power and perseverance. Nutcracker phenomenon ncp, also known as left renal vein entrapment, is characterized by impeded outflow from the left renal vein lrv into the inferior vena cava ivc due to extrinsic lrv compression, often accompanied by demonstrable lateral hilar dilatation and medial mesoaortic narrowing schematic representation of ncpnutcracker syndrome ncs in figure 1. The upper darby performing arts center is the home of upper darby summer stage, celebrating its 43rd season of encouraging young people to develop the magic. The name derives from the fact that, in the sagittal plane andor transverse plane, the sma and aa with some imagination appear to be a. However, one of the best kept secrets in the philadelphia region is the mainstage production at upper darby summer stage each summer. Nov 09, 2016 nutcracker syndrome treatment options. See the nutcracker at upper darby performing arts center. Dance troupe drexel hill, pa summer program dance troupe is a summer long program open to all current summer stage and mainstage participants ages 11 to 28. Would you like to see a list of top pennsylvania performing arts day camps only, organized by city. I just recently had a major surgery for something called nutcracker syndrome. The magic of the nutcracker returns to the upper darby performing arts center udpac for five shows november 22, 23 and 24, the weekend before thanksgiving.
Left renal vein transposition for nutcracker syndrome. The shooting stars primary mission is to bring performances to those unable to attend the performing arts center particularly senior citizens. Summer stage shows upper darby performing arts center. Individuals with ncs may also experience pelvic congestion causing various pelvic symptoms. Diagnosing nutcracker syndrome and pelvic congestion syndrome. One of the longestrunning summer theater camps in the nation, upper darby summer stage continues to bring the magic of theater to the lives of participants and audience members our performing and technical programs are staffed by theater professionals and certified art and drama teachers. Through games and music they will learn creative dance and the basics of ballet and jazz technique. An animation featuring the 7 shows for upper darby summer stages 35th season. The name derives from the fact that, in the sagittal plane andor transverse plane, the sma and aa with some imagination appear to be a nutcracker crushing a nut the renal vein. Dec 22, 2015 nutcracker syndrome is a vascular compression disorder where the vein from your kidneys is pinched between your aorta and another smaller artery in your abdomen. Nutcracker phenomenon and nutcracker syndrome mayo clinic. It results in left renal venous hypertension, and the subsequent development of venous varicosities of the renal pelvis, ureter, and gonadal vein. The nutcracker phenomenon left renal vein lrv entrapment syndrome refers to compression of the lrv most commonly between abdominal aorta and superior mesenteric artery.
Nutcracker syndrome symptoms, treatment, causes, surgery. The nutcracker syndrome ncs results most commonly from the compression of the left renal vein lrv between the abdominal aorta aa and superior mesenteric artery sma, although other variants exist. I have 2 children, but suffered multiple misscarrages, but thinking they were related to my bloodclotting disorder. She was diagnosed in april 2009 after over a year and a half of trying to figure out what was wrong. The nutcracker will return to upper darby performing arts. Nutcracker esophagus is one of several motility disorders of the esophagus, including achalasia and diffuse esophageal spasm. Tis the season for the nutcracker at the upper darby. The nutcracker syndrome explains why those who experience bowel or postural problems are more likely to have varicocele and typically. Located just outside of philadelphia, pa, upper darby performing arts center has been delighting audiences with affordable live theater for over 40 years. Childrens theater upper darby performing arts center. A decision has not yet been made about summer stage 2020. Some people may not have symptoms, while others develop severe and. Aug 04, 2011 i also was told, wo blood in urine not a problem, although my nephro at home disagrees. We saw freckleface strawberry, the musical, based on a book by julianne moore, a red head herself.
Nutcracker syndrome ncs is caused by a compression of the left renal vein between the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery sma. Jul 31, 20 this morning the kids and i were given a 4 pack of tickets to visit upper darbys summer stage for the very first time. Upper darby performing arts center producing magic theater. See more ideas about syndrome, superior mesenteric artery, superior mesenteric artery syndrome. Nutcracker esophagus, or hypertensive peristalsis, is a disorder of the movement of the esophagus characterized by contractions in the smooth muscle of the esophagus in a normal sequence but at an excessive amplitude or duration. Have a look at things that other people have done to be happy with nutcracker syndrome world map of nutcracker syndrome view more. In some cases, nutcracker syndrome may not need treatment, especially for patients who are. This compression restricts blood flow and increases fluid pressure in the spermatic vein, and is a major cause of varicocele. Summerstage 2012 upper darby performing arts center. The nutcracker prince and his army of toy soldiers are preparing to do battle with the mouse queen and her scary crew when the pennsylvania academy of ballet societys the. Upper darby performing arts center 601 n lansdowne ave, drexel hill, pennsylvania 19026 rated 4. Some people may not have symptoms, while others develop severe and persistent symptoms. Nutcracker syndrome can be treated, and treatments depend on your age, anatomy, and symptoms.
Due to its popularity, all four beauty and the beast performances have sold. Purchase tickets tickets upper darby performing arts center. On a desktop computer, you can click on the times before a. Nutcracker syndrome ncs, also known as left renal vein lrv entrapment syndrome, was first defined anatomically by grant in 1937 as follows. The term nutcracker esophagus comes from the finding of increased pressures during peristalsis, with a diagnosis made when pressures exceed 180 mmhg. The nutcracker syndrome left renal vein entrapment, demonstrated by ultrasonic imaging and doppler flow scanning renal manifestations of sickle cell disease view in chinese hematuria has been attributed to the greater length of the left renal vein and the nutcracker phenomenon, in which compression of the left renal vein between. We finally went to mayo clinic and she was diagnosed there. The symptoms vary from asymptomatic hematuria to severe pelvic congestion. The diagnosis is made by an esophageal motility study esophageal manometry, which evaluates the pressure of the esophagus at various points along its length. Upper darby summer stage adds an additional show date to the 44th season finale, roald dahls willy wonka, jr. Dance troupe drexel hill, pa summer program dance troupe is a summerlong program open to all current summer stage and mainstage participants ages 11 to 28. Several treatment options have been described to relieve associated symptoms.
Renal nutcracker syndrome ncs is a condition that occurs when the left renal vein the vein that carries blood purified by the left kidney becomes compressed. Management of renal nutcracker syndrome by retroperitoneal. It is characterized by left renal vein entrapment between the abdominal aorta and the superior mesenteric artery. The term nutcracker syndrome refers to how the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery compress the spermatic vein between them. Upper darby summer stage upper darby performing arts center. Access to early ticket sales to get the best seats. Nutcracker phenomenon ncp, also known as left renal vein entrapment, is characterized by impeded outflow from the left renal vein lrv into the inferior vena cava ivc due to extrinsic lrv compression, often accompanied by demonstrable lateral hilar dilatation and medial mesoaortic narrowing schematic representation of ncp nutcracker syndrome ncs in figure 1. Upper darby performing arts center and upper darby summer stage are. I reached out on instagram and found many others with this disease. Best pennsylvania performing arts camps summer 2020 directory. Each summer, udpac invites local students and young theater professionals to participate in the theatre camp summer stage, performing seven professionalquality shows in six weeks. Nov 06, 2014 the nutcracker phenomenon left renal vein lrv entrapment syndrome refers to compression of the lrv most commonly between abdominal aorta and superior mesenteric artery. Recorded wed, aug 9, 2017 at upper darby performing arts center. The pain is severe around the week before my monthly and the week after.
A 21yearold chinese woman was admitted with a sevenmonth history of unilateral severe hematuria. Renal nutcracker syndrome genetic and rare diseases. The upper darby performing arts center is home to the nationally recognized upper darby summer stage program and is host to dozens of professional and community performances every year. Nutcracker syndrome is a vascular compression disorder where the vein from your kidneys is pinched between. Aug 10, 2017 recorded wed, aug 9, 2017 at upper darby performing arts center. May 03, 2017 the term syndrome refers to a group of signs and symptoms primarily occurring together, characteristic of a specific condition. This morning the kids and i were given a 4 pack of tickets to visit upper darbys summer stage for the very first time. Living with nutcracker syndrome can be difficult, but you have to fight to try to be happy. Vascular compression disorders radiology reference. In certain situations, the syndrome can result from a retroaortic or circumaortic left renal vein nutcracker syndrome should not be confused with superior mesenteric artery syndrome wilkie syndrome also a superior mesenteric artery compression disorder, where the sma compresses the third part of the duodenum the two conditions, however, may be associated.
Some conditions fall into both categories, where one vessel compresses another. The syndrome occurs in relatively thin patients and adolescents who often have an otherwise healthy medical history. Vascular compression disorders are numerous and can be divided into those cases where a vascular structure is the compresser or the compressee. N2 nutcracker phenomenon refers to compression of the left renal vein, most commonly between the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery, with impaired blood outflow often accompanied by distention of the distal portion of the vein. Upper darby performing arts center videos the nutcracker november 22 24 the weekend before thanksgiving. This syndrome results most commonly from the compression of the left renal vein between the abdominal aorta aa and superior mesenteric artery sma, although other variants exist. Nutcracker syndrome definition of nutcracker syndrome by. I have nutcracker syndrome also and i am so happy i found this site.
Term of nutcracker syndrome ncs is used for patients with clinical symptoms associated with nutcracker anatomy. An animation featuring the 7 shows for upper darby summer stage s 35th season. The nutcracker syndrome in a venous or even broader scope, vascular compression syndromes is based upon decreased space between the superior mesenteric artery and the aorta in the area of the left renal vein. Freckleface strawberry, upper darby summer stage real. Performing arts theater just minutes from philadelphia, pa providing live theatre, dance, concerts and childrens programs.
Natural treatments for nutcracker syndrome the term nutcracker syndrome refers to how the aorta and the superior mesenteric artery compress the spermatic vein between them. Nutcracker syndrome, caused by compression of the left renal vein lrv between the superior mesenteric artery and the aorta, results in left renal and gonadal venous hypertension. A staple of the philadelphia region since 1976, the program recently celebrated its 40th season of theatre during the summer of 2015. The term syndrome refers to a group of signs and symptoms primarily occurring together, characteristic of a specific condition. The nutcracker performed by the pennsylvania academy of ballet society at upper darby performing arts center, 601 n lansdowne ave. Compression of the left renal vein lrv between the superior mesenteric artery sma and the aorta was first described by grant in 1937 who found the anatomy analogous to a nut in a nutcracker. For over 40 years upper darby summer stage has entertained families in suburban philadelphia, setting the standard across the country for youth theater. New methods of diagnosis and treatment article pdf available in british journal of urology 742. I also have a blood clotting disorder on top of the ncs. Symptoms include blood in the urine along with flank and abdominal pain. One of the nations oldest and most successful youth theater programs, summer stage introduces young people to the magic of performing arts. My daughter has nutcracker syndrome testicular disorders.
With 41 seasons of magic behind them, upper darby summer stage is gearing up for its 42nd come summer 2017. Nutcracker syndrome is an easily missed cause of hematuria in children. Clinically, nutcracker syndrome is characterized by intermittent hematuria with or without left flank or abdominal pain. She had surgery, which is left renal vein transposition, where. Nutcracker phenomenon and nutcracker syndrome are sometimes used interchangeably in literatures. Each summer, udpac invites local students and young theater professionals to participate in the theatre camp summer stage, performing seven professional. Symptoms of nutcracker syndrome include blood in urine and left flank pain. Upper darby summer stage announces 2017 season luner on. The purpose of this study was to evaluate late results of lrv transposition and. Nutcracker syndrome ncs is a rare condition characterized by entrapment of the left renal vein. Upper darby performing arts center producing magic.
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