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Child health

Shifts in Epidemic Patterns and Age Dynamics of RSV, IFV, and SARS-CoV-2 in Chinese Children Following COVID-19 Non-Pharmaceutical Intervention Relaxation

Following the nationwide relaxation of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) in December 2022 in China, there was considerable uncertainty regarding the resurgence and interaction patterns of major respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza virus (IFV), and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). A retrospective observational study analyzed comprehensive surveillance data of RSV,

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Early Genetic Confirmation Crucial for Timely Insulin Initiation in Pediatric Patients with Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young

Researchers at Wenzhou Medical University in the People's Republic of China have conducted a study to summarize the clinical phenotypes and genotypic characteristics of Chinese pediatric patients with maturity-onset diabetes of the young due to variants. The study included six children diagnosed with the condition between July 2020

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Oral Health Challenges in Children with Special Needs

A new research study conducted in Istanbul, Turkiye, highlights the difficulties faced by children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) in maintaining oral hygiene and accessing dental services. The study, which examined 1229 children aged 0-8 years with disabilities, found that these children experience oral health problems at a higher

Autism

Unmet Social Determinants of Health Contribute to Barriers in Autism Spectrum Disorder Care

A recent study from the University of Texas Health Science Center Houston has shed light on the significant role unmet social determinants of health (SDOH) play in hindering healthcare access and support for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The research found that unmet SDOH needs are prevalent among children

Child health

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Skull Base Lesions in Children

Researchers at Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS in Rome, Italy, have presented their findings on the use of endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery (EETS) in children to treat skull base lesions. The study, published in the journal Child's Nervous System, found that EETS is a safe and effective

Child health

Best Practices in Imaging Decision Making for Cervical and Thoracolumbar Spinal Injuries in Children

Data from Boston Children's Hospital suggest that spinal injuries in children pose a significant clinical challenge for emergency medicine providers, with both rare occurrences and potential for severe morbidity and mortality. Contrary to the notion that spinal injuries are rare, children are at an increased risk for serious

Child health

Timely Malaria Treatment Remains a Significant Challenge in Africa

Despite evidence that most child malaria deaths occur at home shortly after symptom onset, receiving timely malaria treatment remains a significant challenge in Africa. In a recent study, researchers from the University of Zambia and Umea University found that the ability of caregivers to recognize malaria symptoms and their belief

Pediatrics

Best Practices in Imaging Decision Making for Cervical and Thoracolumbar Spinal Injuries in Children

Pediatrics

Oral Health Challenges in Children with Special Needs

Child health

Rising Cholesterol Levels in Children: A Growing Health Concern in India and Globally

Children and adolescents in India, as well as worldwide, are increasingly facing high cholesterol levels due to modern lifestyle habits and dietary choices. Experts warn that this alarming trend can lead to severe health consequences, including arterial plaque formation, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity. According to Dr. Sajili Mehta, a

Child health

India's Obesity Crisis: A Growing Health Concern Among Children and Adolescents

India is grappling with a rapidly escalating obesity crisis, with millions of children and adolescents at risk. The World Health Organization estimates that in 2024, 35 million children under the age of 5 are overweight. In India, the number of overweight and obese children is projected to reach over 27

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Predictors of Postoperative Bleeding in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Under Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Comparative Study of Thromboelastography Parameters and Central Laboratory Tests

Research conducted by investigators at Aichi Children's Health and Medical Center aimed to compare the predictive value of thromboelastography parameters, including maximum amplitude of citrated functional fibrinogen (CFF-MA) and citrated rapid thromboelastography (CRT-MA), with central laboratory tests for early postoperative bleeding in pediatric cardiac surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass.

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