Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Mi Jin Kim, Jae Suk Baek, Jung A. Kim, Seul Gi Cha, Jeong Jin Yu
Summary: Preoperative cerebral and abdominal regional oxygen saturations in neonates with critical congenital heart disease vary according to cardiac diagnosis. Severe atrioventricular valvar regurgitation patients have the lowest ScO2 levels. ScO2 tends to decrease gradually over time, suggesting a higher risk of hypoxic brain injury with longer time to surgery.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Melinda Matyas, Mihaela Iancu, Monica Hasmasanu, Anca Man, Gabriela Zaharie
Summary: This study revealed that IVH, inotrope support, and episodes of apnea can lead to a decreased cerebral oxygen saturation in preterm newborns.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Ena Suppan, Berndt Urlesberger, Bernhard Schwaberger, Nina Hoeller, Christina Helene Wolfsberger, Alexander Avian, Gerhard Pichler
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of HbFc on rScO(2), cFTOE, and SpO(2) in preterm and term neonates during the first 15 min after birth. The results showed that higher HbFc in preterm neonates was associated with higher rScO(2) and lower cFTOE. However, these correlations were not observed in term neonates. This may reflect the immature autoregulation of oxygen delivery to the brain or lower oxygen consumption in preterm neonates in the first minutes of immediate postnatal transition.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Juanning Si, Xin Zhang, Meng Li, Jian Yu, Zhiyong Zhang, Qing He, Shaohua Chen, Lianqing Zhu, Tianzi Jiang
Summary: Monitoring regional cerebral oxygen saturation is crucial for successful patient outcomes in perioperative care, but current devices are limited to bedside use. A newly designed head-mounted WORTH band provides wearable, wireless monitoring of oxygen saturation during motion tasks, showing accuracy comparable to clinical monitors.
SCIENCE CHINA-INFORMATION SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Juanning Si, Ming Li, Xin Zhang, Ruquan Han, Xunming Ji, Tianzi Jiang
Summary: In this study, a portable and modular cerebral tissue oximeter (BRS-1) was designed for real-time detection of regional oxygen saturation, showing similar accuracy to commercial oximeters. It provides valuable insights for clinicians in monitoring and managing cerebral perfusion during prehospital and perioperative periods.
COGNITIVE NEURODYNAMICS
(2023)
Review
Pediatrics
Marlies Bruckner, Christina H. Wolfsberger, Eugene M. Dempsey, Kian D. Liem, Petra Lemmers, Thomas Alderliesten, Ana Alarcon, Jonathan Mintzer, Willem P. de Boode, Georg M. Schmoelzer, Gerhard Pichler
Summary: This systematic qualitative review provided an overview of reference ranges of regional tissue oxygen saturation measured by NIRS in term and preterm neonates. It highlighted the importance of using quality centile charts in clinical settings for NIRS monitoring. High-quality reference ranges of regional tissue oxygenation in neonates are crucial for routine clinical application of NIRS.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Yuju Mu, Hua Wang, Mengting Tian, Yong Hu, Yi Feng, Ruifeng Lu, Qi He, Shouliang Jiang, Jinglan Huang, Surong Duan, Dezhi Mu
Summary: This study found that an RDW of >= 18% in the first 14 days is associated with rcSO2 of <55% in preterm infants, suggesting that RDW may be a potential indicator for monitoring cerebral tissue oxygen saturation in preterm infants.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Ena Suppan, Gerhard Pichler, Corinna Binder-Heschl, Bernhard Schwaberger, Berndt Urlesberger
Summary: Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) measurement of regional cerebral tissue oxygen saturation (rcStO2) in neonatology has attracted great interest. Studies have demonstrated its feasibility in the delivery room and neonatal intensive care unit, and reference ranges for different gestational ages, modes of delivery, and devices have been published. However, interpreting the absolute values and trends of rcStO2 remains challenging, which limits its routine use.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Daniel Pfurtscheller, Christina H. H. Wolfsberger, Nina Holler, Bernhard Schwaberger, Lukas P. P. Mileder, Nariae Baik-Schneditz, Berndt Urlesberger, Georg M. M. Schmolzer, Gerhard Pichler
Summary: The aim of this study was to examine the potential correlations between cardiac output (CO) and cerebral-regional-oxygen saturation (crSO(2)) and cerebral-fractional-tissue-oxygen extraction (cFTOE) during immediate foetal-to-neonatal transition. The study found that in preterm neonates requiring respiratory support, CO was significantly correlated with crSO(2) and cFTOE. However, in stable preterm neonates and term neonates with or without respiratory support, no correlations were observed between CO and crSO(2) or cFTOE.
Review
Pediatrics
Bo Wang, Jia Zhang, Ya-Zhen Wu, Zhi-Hui Lu, Na Wang, Zhang-Bin Yu
Summary: This study aimed to define the reference interval of SpO(2) in neonates at different altitudes. Seven cross-sectional studies were reviewed, showing that the lower limit of the reference interval of SpO(2) decreases with increasing altitude in healthy neonates.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jie Zhang, Haiyan Shen, Huiping Wang, Feng Xiao, Lu Deng, Xiang Chen, Yongqiu Xie
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and understanding of cerebral oxygen saturation (rSO2) monitoring during anesthesia in geriatric patients among anesthesiologists in China. The results showed a relatively low utilization rate of cerebral oximetry, but the majority of anesthesiologists expressed their willingness to use this technology. The heterogeneity in clinical practice indicated knowledge gaps that should be addressed through further research to optimize treatment.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Jia-Qi Ning, Jian-Sheng Luo, Ling-Ling Ding, Yu-Hong Guo, Zhuo-Ya Chen, Qi Wang, Rui-Ling Zhou
Summary: This study found that electroacupuncture preconditioning can increase regional cerebral oxygen saturation (rSO(2)) levels in elderly patients with diabetes.
DIABETES METABOLIC SYNDROME AND OBESITY-TARGETS AND THERAPY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ryan M. McAdams, Satyan Lakshminrusimha
Summary: This review summarizes the high-quality evidence supporting delayed umbilical cord clamping as a strategy to promote placental transfusion to both preterm and term neonates. It highlights the potential benefits of delayed cord clamping in reducing mortality and the need for blood transfusions for preterm neonates. The review also discusses various clinical scenarios and topics related to cord management strategies, including delivery mode, twin gestations, maternal comorbidities, and neonatal complications.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Lijing Li, Zhengzheng Gao, Jianmin Zhang, Fuzhou Zhang, Fang Wang, Xiaoxue Wang, Gan Li
Summary: This study aimed to assess the association between decreased regional cerebral oxygen saturation (rScO2) and emergence delirium (ED) following general anesthesia in pediatric patients. A retrospective observational cohort study was conducted on 113 children aged 2-14 years, and it was found that low rScO2 was significantly associated with a higher incidence of ED. Monitoring should be enhanced to improve oxygen balance in vital organs and enhance the quality and safety of anesthesia.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Xiahao Ding, Tianming Zha, Gulibositan Abudurousuli, Cuimei Zhao, Zixuan Chen, Yang Zhang, Bo Gui
Summary: rSO(2) monitoring is associated with a lower risk of POCD and a shorter LOS in older patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery. Further large RCTs are still warranted to support these preliminary findings.
Article
Pediatrics
Marlies Bruckner, Seung Yeon Kim, Gyu Hong Shim, Mattias Neset, Catalina Garcia-Hidalgo, Tze-Fun Lee, Megan O'Reilly, Po-Yin Cheung, Georg M. Schmolzer
Summary: The study found that a 40% anterior-posterior chest depth is optimal for reducing time to return of spontaneous circulation and improving survival during chest compressions, with further improvement in hemodynamic and respiratory parameters observed at depths ranging from 25% to 40%.
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Tobias Werther, Lukas Aichhorn, Sina Stellberg, Francesco Stefano Cardona, Katrin Klebermass-Schrehof, Angelika Berger, Georg M. Schmolzer, Michael Wagner
Summary: This study evaluated the reliability, accuracy, and precision of distal end-tidal capnography in neonates compared to transcutaneous carbon dioxide measurements. The results showed that distal end-tidal capnography had better correlation with arterial carbon dioxide partial pressure than transcutaneous measurements.
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Simon Bruneder, Michael Schwaiger, Alexander Kerner, Gernot Steyer, Astrid Toferer, Wolfgang Zemann, Niels Hammer, Luka Brcic, Alexander Avian, Juergen Wallner
Summary: This study presents new and comprehensive information on the complete course and position of the inferior alveolar artery (IAA), which is useful for oral implantology and various surgical procedures in dental and maxillofacial surgery. Variations in the typical IAA course and site-dependent positional changes may be related to mandible growth and functional adaptations to occlusion anomalies, enhancing the understanding of IAA relationship during mandible development.
ANNALS OF ANATOMY-ANATOMISCHER ANZEIGER
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Marlies Bruckner, Mattias Neset, Megan O'Reilly, Tze-Fun Lee, Po-Yin Cheung, Georg M. Schmoelzer
Summary: The study found that incremental increases in the rate of chest compressions up to 180/min improved cardiac output in asphyxiated piglets receiving cardiopulmonary resuscitation with sustained inflations.
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Gabor Kovacs, Alexander Avian, Gerhard Bachmaier, Natascha Troester, Adrienn Tornyos, Philipp Douschan, Vasile Foris, Teresa Sassmann, Katarina Zeder, Joerg Lindenmann, Luka Brcic, Michael Fuchsjaeger, Alvar Agusti, Horst Olschewski
Summary: By combining echocardiography, NT-proBNP level, and PA to Ao diameter ratio, severe PH in patients with COPD can be predicted with high sensitivity and specificity. The contribution of severe airflow limitation and severe PH to impaired survival is comparable.
Article
Pediatrics
Eva Mautner, Christina Stern, Alexander Avian, Maria Deutsch, Wolfgang Schoell, Elfriede Greimel
Summary: Maternal psychological health-related quality of life was significantly worse in the very preterm birth group compared to other groups, but there were no differences in depressive symptoms, anxiety, perceived stress, and general psychological distress among the birth groups; The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale detected 30 to 65% of participants with depression screening values exceeding the cut-off for major depression. Hence, focusing on acute stress, HRQoL parameters, and depression during the early postpartum period may help improve maternal well-being.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Transplantation
Andras T. Deak, Katarina Belic, Anna-Maria Meissl, Katharina Artinger, Kathrin Eller, Bernd Rechberger, Tobias Niedrist, Wolfgang F. Graier, Roland Malli, Helmut Bischof, Sandra Burgstaller, Sandra Blass, Alexander Avian, Alexander R. Rosenkranz, Alexander H. Kirsch
Summary: This study assessed the performance of genetically encoded potassium-ion indicators (GEPIIs) in measuring salivary potassium concentration and found that salivary potassium levels exhibited similar kinetics to plasma potassium levels. However, further research is needed to determine if saliva could be a suitable sample type for monitoring plasma potassium levels.
NEPHROLOGY DIALYSIS TRANSPLANTATION
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Daniela Gold, Laura Nicolay, Alexander Avian, Elfriede Greimel, Marija Balic, Gunda Pristauz-Telsnigg, Karl Tamussino, Gerda Trutnovsky
Summary: This study compared the efficacy of intravaginal laser therapy and hyaluronic acid suppositories for urogenital atrophy in women after breast cancer. The results showed that both treatments were effective in improving symptoms, with no significant difference between the two.
Article
Pediatrics
Daniel Pfurtscheller, Christina H. H. Wolfsberger, Nina Holler, Bernhard Schwaberger, Lukas P. P. Mileder, Nariae Baik-Schneditz, Berndt Urlesberger, Georg M. M. Schmolzer, Gerhard Pichler
Summary: The aim of this study was to examine the potential correlations between cardiac output (CO) and cerebral-regional-oxygen saturation (crSO(2)) and cerebral-fractional-tissue-oxygen extraction (cFTOE) during immediate foetal-to-neonatal transition. The study found that in preterm neonates requiring respiratory support, CO was significantly correlated with crSO(2) and cFTOE. However, in stable preterm neonates and term neonates with or without respiratory support, no correlations were observed between CO and crSO(2) or cFTOE.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Dagmar Schaffler-Schaden, Lena Stoellinger, Alexander Avian, Andras Terebessy, Anna M. Scott, Sven Streit, Giuliano Piccoliori, Erika Zelko, Sebastian Huter, Karola Mergenthal, Herbert Bachler, Maria Flamm, Andrea Siebenhofer
Summary: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has revealed gender-specific differences between general practitioners in adapting to challenges. This study aimed to explore gender-specific differences in working conditions and challenges facing GPs at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Charlotte J. Neumann, Alexander Mahnert, Christina Kumpitsch, Raymond Kiu, Matthew J. Dalby, Magdalena Kujawska, Tobias Madl, Stefan Kurath-Koller, Berndt Urlesberger, Bernhard Resch, Lindsay J. Hall, Christine Moissl-Eichinger
Summary: The study analyzes the effects of three preventive regimens on the gut microbiome development in preterm infants at risk for necrotizing enterocolitis. The use of probiotic Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis NCDO 2203 in combination with human milk oligosaccharides has a significant impact on the microbiome and reduces antibiotic resistance.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ulrike Spary-Kainz, Nicole Posch, Muna Paier-Abuzahra, Melanie Lieb, Alexander Avian, Erika Zelko, Andrea Siebenhofer
Summary: There is a certain level of awareness and knowledge of palliative care in Styria, Austria, but there is still room for improvement in public education. People generally believe that terminally ill patients need a reduction in physical suffering, and relatives need round-the-clock specialized care. Home pain management and time off for family caregivers are the most desired services for patients and relatives.
Article
Primary Health Care
Sarah Burgmann, Muna Paier-Abuzahra, Martin Sprenger, Alexander Avian, Andrea Siebenhofer
Summary: The aim of this study was to identify key policy objectives for a successful primary care reform by investigating the perception of important stakeholders and affected professionals. A cross-sectional online survey was conducted, and results showed that a mandatory internship, vocational training, and a modern remuneration system were the top-rated objectives in terms of relevance. The most feasible objectives were a mandatory internship, specialization in general practice, and coding of services and diagnosis.
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Christina Helene Wolfsberger, Alexander Avian, Bernhard Schwaberger, Gerhard Pichler, Martin Wolf, Berndt Urlesberger
Summary: This study aimed to investigate cerebral blood volume (CBV) in preterm neonates using time-resolved near-infrared spectroscopy. The results showed that the overall mean CBV in stable preterm neonates was 1.85 +/- 0.30 mL/100 g brain. Additionally, the within-variation in CBV was found to be 0.24 mL/100 g brain.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Anup C. Katheria, Phillip Allman, Jeff M. Szychowski, Jochen Essers, Waldemar A. Carlo, Georg M. Schmolzer, Eugene Dempsey, Toby Yanowitz, Joseph Kaempf, Farha Vora, Shazia Bhat, Kathy Arnell, Wade Rich, Michael Varner
Summary: This study aimed to compare the outcomes between infants enrolled in the PREMOD2 trial and those who were eligible but not enrolled, and to investigate whether the use of waiver of consent affected these differences. The results showed that enrolled infants had better outcomes in terms of Apgar scores, use of positive pressure ventilation, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and severe intraventricular hemorrhage or death. A significantly higher number of infants were enrolled at sites with an option of waiver of consent. However, when families were approached before delivery for consent, a certain percentage refused.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2022)
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)
