Article
Pediatrics
Fenne A. I. M. van den Bunder, Markus F. F. Stevens, Job B. M. van Woensel, Tim van de Brug, L. W. Ernest van Heurn, Joep P. M. Derikx
Summary: Background normalization of metabolic alkalosis is important in the treatment of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS). This study aimed to investigate the incidence of perioperative hypoxemia and postoperative respiratory events in infants undergoing pyloromyotomy and the role of metabolic alkalosis.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Marko Baskovic, Dorotea Sinjeri
Summary: This study aimed to differentiate newborns with vomiting caused by pylorostenosis from those with vomiting due to other reasons based on acid-base status. The researchers retrospectively reviewed electronic records of patients diagnosed with congenital hypertrophic pyloric stenosis and randomly selected patients treated for nausea and vomiting without an established cause. Significant differences were found between the groups in terms of duration of symptoms, weight at examination, difference in weight between birth and examination, and type of vomiting. Differences in acid-base status variables were also observed. The study highlights the potential diagnostic value of acid-base status in the absence of widespread access to radiological methods.
Article
Pediatrics
H. Yapicioglu, S. C. Seckin, A. Yontem, D. Yildizdas
Summary: The incidence of diabetes during pregnancy is increasing globally, and intrauterine hyperglycemia exposure can have long-term adverse effects on children's cardiovascular health. A study investigated the risk of atherosclerosis and carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) in infants born macrosomic and infants of diabetic mothers (IDM) at 8-9 years old in 2021. The study found that CIMT values were higher in the IDM and macrosomic groups compared to the control group, indicating intrauterine exposure in both groups. Breastfeeding also appeared to be important for IDM.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alannah McGurgan, Charlotte Wilson, Sarah McGuire
Summary: The active components of psychological intervention for recurrent abdominal pain remain unclear, but this study suggests that acceptance and containment are key mechanisms for effective intervention. Understanding and overcoming barriers to treatment is crucial for developing interventions that help families manage the impact of pain. Future interventions should consider the role of containment and explore acceptance-based approaches, given the growing evidence base in this area.
JOURNAL OF HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Sandra Gluppe, Marie Ellstrom, Kari Bo
Summary: Women with DRA tend to have weaker abdominal muscles and a higher prevalence of abdominal pain, but show no significant differences in PFD, low back, and pelvic girdle pain compared to women without DRA.
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Joyce Mcswan, Peta Stapleton, Catherine E. Panwar
Summary: The feasibility of an Early Subacute Pain Intervention Program was assessed in patients with subacute pain and adverse childhood experiences, and the results showed that the program could reduce pain severity, interference, and psychological distress, as well as the risk of future disability. However, the efficacy of the program was reduced in patients with higher exposure to adverse childhood experiences.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Mona B. Noroozi-Clever, Steve M. Liao, Halana V. Whitehead, Zachary A. Vesoulis
Summary: By using cerebral near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), this study aimed to quantify occult cerebral hypoxia in preterm infants across different respiratory support modes. The results showed that premature infants on higher levels of respiratory support had lower cerebral hypoxia than those on lower respiratory support. This raises concerns about unrecognized cerebral hypoxia and its impact on adverse outcomes during lower acuity periods of neonatal intensive care unit hospitalization.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Anthony D. Turner, Jerry Zhu, Ajit Rao, Windsor Ting, Daniel Han, Rami Tadros, David Finlay, Ageliki Vouyouka, John Phair, Michael Marin, Peter Faries
Summary: This study compared the outcomes of symptomatic patients, patients with a remote history of neurologic symptoms, and asymptomatic patients after transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) and transfemoral carotid artery stenting (TFCAS). It was found that patients with a remote history of neurologic symptoms had a higher risk of in-hospital death after TFCAS and may benefit from TCAR.
JOURNAL OF VASCULAR SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Wei Guo, Ximin Fan, Bradley R. Lewis, Matthew P. Johnson, Charanjit S. Rihal, Amir Lerman, Joerg Herrmann
Summary: This study found that cancer patients have a higher risk of stent thrombosis and myocardial infarction after PCI compared to noncancer patients, especially in the first year post-PCI. The dual antiplatelet therapy score is predictive of thrombotic and ischemic events in both groups, indicating the importance of this score in decision-making for antiplatelet therapy.
JACC-CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONS
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Molly Ratner, Karan Garg, Heepeel Chang, William Johnson, Mikel Sadek, Thomas Maldonado, Neal Cayne, Jeffrey Siracuse, Glenn Jacobowitz, Caron Rockman
Summary: The study aimed to analyze the demographics, presentation, perioperative and later outcomes of younger patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy (CEA). The results showed that younger patients were more likely to be African American, female, and active smokers. While perioperative outcomes were similar, younger patients were more likely to experience carotid occlusion or restenosis and subsequent neurological events during follow-up. These findings suggest that younger CEA patients may require more diligent follow-up and aggressive management of atherosclerosis to prevent future events.
JOURNAL OF VASCULAR SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Zenon Pogorelic, Ana Zelic, Miro Jukic, Carlos Martin Llorente Munoz
Summary: The study compared the outcomes of traditional open approach and laparoscopic pyloromyotomy in infants with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, with laparoscopic surgery showing better results in terms of shorter surgery duration, faster time to oral intake, lower postoperative vomiting frequency, and shorter hospital stay.
Article
Surgery
Young Erben, Yupeng Li, Osman S. Hamid, Camila Franco-Mesa, Joao A. Da Rocha-Franco, Samuel Money, William Stone, Houssam Farres, Andrew J. Meltzer, Peter Gloviczki, Randall R. De Martino, Thomas C. Bower, Manju Kalra, Gustavo S. Oderich, Albert G. Hakaim
Summary: After EVAR, female patients are more likely to require return to the operating room, have longer lengths of hospital stay, more days in the ICU, and be discharged to rehabilitation facilities more often compared to male patients.
JOURNAL OF VASCULAR SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Miikka Tervonen, Johanna Cajanus, Merja Kallio, Heikki Huhtamaki, Tytti Pokka, Outi Peltoniemi
Summary: This study aimed to assess the safety of dexmedetomidine in neonates and infants during intensive care. Adverse cardiovascular events were common during dexmedetomidine administration and were managed with additional fluid boluses and discontinuation of the infusion. Lower dexmedetomidine doses may be required in sedating neonates.
Article
Nursing
Ashild Wik Despriee, Caroline-Aleksi Olsson Magi, Milada Cvancarova Smastuen, Kari Glavin, Live Nordhagen, Christine M. Jonassen, Eva Maria Rehbinder, Bjorn Nordlund, Cilla Soderhall, Karin Lodrup Carlsen, Havard Ove Skjerven
Summary: The study aimed to estimate the prevalence and perinatal risk factors associated with symptoms like colic, abdominal pain, and discomfort in infants up to 3 months of age. The prevalence of abdominal pain and discomfort was higher than colic, with maternal health factors being associated with all three symptoms. Parents may have difficulty distinguishing between infant colic, abdominal pain, and other discomfort, highlighting the need to identify perinatal risk factors related to infant pain.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jessica Sjolund, Inger Kull, Anna Bergstrom, Jacob Jaras, Jonas F. Ludvigsson, Hans Tornblom, Magnus Simren, Ola Olen
Summary: The study found positive associations between childhood allergy-related diseases and adolescent AP-FGIDs, including IBS, suggesting shared pathophysiology among these disorders.
Article
Pediatrics
Tarun Aurora, Audrey Cole, Parul Rai, Paul Lavoie, Carrie Mcivor, Lisa M. Klesges, Guolian Kang, Janaka S. S. Liyanage, Heather M. Brandt, Jane S. Hankins
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of a vaccine strategy bundle in increasing HPV vaccine initiation and completion rates in a specialty clinic setting. By implementing the bundle, which included staff education, provider incentives, offering vaccines in clinics, and verifying vaccine completion, the clinic successfully improved HPV vaccine initiation and completion rates among sickle cell disease patients.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Nienke M. Halbmeijer, Wes Onland, Jeroen Dudink, Filip Cools, Anne Debeer, Anton H. van Kaam, Manon J. N. L. Benders, Niek E. van der Aa
Summary: In ventilated infants born preterm, high dose systemic hydrocortisone initiated between 7 and 14 days after birth did not have a significant impact on brain development.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Katherine Melton, Jianfang Liu, Hossein Sadeghi, Maureen George, Arlene Smaldone
Summary: This study aims to identify predictors of change in lung function and body weight during health care transition in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients. The study findings highlight the importance of CF RISE program engagement and reducing gaps in care for improving the transition of adolescents and young adults with CF.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Laura A. Duckworth, Kimberly A. Sutton, Nurmohammad Shaikh, Jinli Wang, Carla Hall-Moore, Lori R. Holtz, Phillip I. Tarr, Ronald C. Rubenstein
Summary: The study tested the usefulness of various biomarkers as indicators of gut dysfunction in cystic fibrosis (CF) and investigated the repeatability of these measures in individuals over short periods and their correlation with clinical outcomes. The results showed that elevated levels of fLcn2 in individuals with CF may predict worsened pulmonary function.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Lindsey Haack, Nikkan Das, Arvind Hoskoppal, Mark Debrunner, Tarek Alsaied, Gaurav Arora
Summary: RAE on ECG has a low positive predictive value for RAE on echocardiogram in previously healthy young patients. The highest yield for RAE on echocardiogram was observed in patients who were <1 year of age, had RAE in the anterior precordial leads, or displayed right ventricular hypertrophy on ECG.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Michael A. Padula, Khatija Naing, Tara L. Wenger, Irfan Ahmad, Carl H. Coghill, K. Taylor Wild, S. Alex Rottgers, Cory M. Resnick, Jeffrey Goldstein, Zarmina Ehsan, Donna Watkins, Nicole Deptula, Kuan-Chi Lai, Janet Lioy, Semsa Gogcu, Christopher M. Cielo
Summary: This study describes the spectrum of disease and burden of care in infants with congenital micrognathia. The results show that these infants commonly require surgical intervention and tube feedings, and disparities based on race and among centers were identified.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Michael P. Fundora, Manvitha Kalicheti, Guantao Zhao, Kevin O. Maher, Nicoleta Serban
Summary: This study investigated the variation of outpatient opioid prescribing in postoperative pediatric cardiac patients across the US. The results showed that there were significant differences in opioid prescribing by race, ethnicity, sex, and region.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Jia Guo, Brooklyn J. Fraser, Leigh Blizzard, Michael D. Schmidt, Terence Dwyer, Alison J. Venn, Costan G. Magnussen
Summary: There is a correlation between childhood and adulthood cardiorespiratory fitness.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Nianzhou Xiao, Michelle Starr, Adrienne Stolfi, Gilad Hamdani, Shireen Hashmat, Stefan G. Kiessling, Christina Sethna, Mahmoud Kallash, Robyn Matloff, Robert Woroniecki, Keia Sanderson, Ikuyo Yamaguchi, Stephen D. Cha, Michael G. Semanik, Rahul Chanchlani, Joseph T. Flynn, Mark Mitsnefes
Summary: This multicenter study reports that most infants diagnosed with idiopathic hypertension in the NICU will discontinue antihypertensive treatment within 2 years of discharge. Antenatal steroid treatment is associated with a decreased likelihood of needing antihypertensive therapy for more than 1 year.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Editorial Material
Pediatrics
Kanwaljit Singh, John Concato, Jonathan M. Davis
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Yaxing Meng, Harri Niinikoski, Suvi P. Rovio, Brooklyn J. Fraser, Feitong Wu, Antti Jula, Tapani Ronnemaa, Jorma S. A. Viikari, Olli T. Raitakari, Katja Pahkala, Costan G. Magnussen
Summary: This 26-year study shows a correlation between early-life non-HDL-C levels and future levels. Early dietary counseling can reduce the risk of high pediatric non-HDL-C, emphasizing the importance of early interventions in preventing cardiovascular risks.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Kelsey A. B. Gastineau, Rebecca Bell, Allison Hanes, Sandra Mckay, Eric Sigel, Filoteia Popescu, Evan C. Sommer, Shari Barkin
Summary: This study aimed to assess the self-reported counseling outcomes for a firearm safe storage counseling training program provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The results demonstrated significant improvement in counseling self-efficacy and frequency one month after the training.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Kathryn E. K. Berlin, William Scott, Sara Dawson, David Brousseau, Joanne M. Lagatta
Summary: This prospective cohort study aimed to investigate the impact of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) on the health-related quality of life (HRQL) of infants from NICU hospitalization to one year post-discharge. The study found that lower HRQL during NICU stay was associated with earlier gestational age, postnatal corticosteroid usage, outborn status, and gastrostomy tube placement. Lower HRQL at 3 and 12 months post-discharge was associated with readmissions, home oxygen use, parent-reported difficulty breathing, lower developmental scores, and not playing with other children. Most parents reported similar or improved HRQL after discharge, but parents of infants with respiratory symptoms experienced less improvement. Efforts to improve parent HRQL should focus on respiratory symptoms and social isolation.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Garett J. Griffith, Alan P. Wang, Robert I. Liem, Michael R. Carr, Tyler Corson, Kendra Ward
Summary: This study developed reference values for cardiorespiratory fitness in children aged 6-18 years without underlying heart disease, measured by peak oxygen uptake and treadmill time. Fitness levels increased with age in males but not females. Males generally exhibited higher fitness levels compared to females in the same age groups.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
David S. Liu, Patricia Miller, Anna Rothenberg, Carley Vuillermin, Peter M. Waters, Andrea S. Bauer
Summary: This study aims to determine if children with elbow flexion contracture (EFC) caused by brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) are more likely to develop shoulder contracture and undergo surgical treatment. A retrospective review was conducted on children under 2 years old with BPBI who presented to a single children's hospital. The results showed that patients with EFC had reduced shoulder range of motion and higher odds of shoulder contracture and surgical treatment. Prompt referral to a BPBI specialty clinic is recommended for evaluation and potential surgery.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)