Knowledge and attitude of the Bangladeshi rural mothers regarding breastfeeding and weaning.

abstract：:Hirschsprung disease is a common cause of neonatal and infantile large gut obstruction. It is characterised by varying extent of contiguous aganglionosis extending from the anorectum proximally. Since its recognition, the diagnosis and management has continuously evolved with advances in histological evaluation and su...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Das K,Mohanty S

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Asia Pacific Pediatric Association Vaccinology Update 2010 (APPA VU 2010) was held in Mumbai on November 13-14, 2010. This second part of the conference report discusses the interesting information about vaccines which are expected in the near future, namely, live-attenuated Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine, te...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Karande S

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immunoglobulin isotypes (IgG, IgA, IgM, IgD, IgE) in serum were investigated in 64 Libyan children with mild to moderately severe asthma (age: 1-12 years; sex: 39 males, 25 females) (Group A) and in 57 healthy Libyan children (age: 1-12 years; sex: 30 males, 27 females (Group B). The patients were classified according...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Najam FI,Giasuddin AS,Shembesh AH

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the study was to assess the functional aspects and the staffing at Pulse Polio immunisations posts. Interns and medical students conducted the survey in eighty seven pulse polio immunisation posts scattered all over National Capital Territory of Delhi on 18th January 1997. A pre-tested structured format con...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kumar P,Pandit K,Chhabra P,Bhasin S,Aggarwal OP

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study on twin births was conducted from May 1993 to April 1994 at S.A.T. Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram. The twinning rate in this period was found as 17.33 per 1000 births. 79.6% babies in the twin pairs were of like sex and 20.4% were of unlike sex. The incidence of low birth weight twin babies in this study was 68....

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Jaya DS,Kumar NS,Bai LS

更新日期：1995-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound (US) is a simple, non-invasive imaging modality which allows high-resolution imaging of the musculoskeletal (MSK) system. Its increasing popularity in pediatrics is due to the fact that it does not involve radiation, has an ability to visualize non-ossified cartilaginous and vascular structures, allows dyna...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Karnik AS,Karnik A,Joshi A

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skeletal dysplasia are a relatively common and distinct group of genetic disorders. Even though abnormalities of bone growth are the major clinical manifestations, the pathological process may involve in any body system. Many of these disorders have dire consequences such as neonatal death and most will have life-long...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Macpherson RI,Pai GS

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fraser or Cryptophthalmos syndrome is a variable syndrome to the extent that cryptophthalmos might not be present in all cases. However, the main features are a "hidden eye", other craniofacial abnormalities, renal abnormalities, syndactyly and abnormal genitalia. It may be classified as isolated cryptophthalmos or cr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kabra M,Gulati S,Ghosh M,Menon PS

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-Specific Aorto-arteritis or Takayasu's arteritis (TA) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the aorta and its major branches which either presents with constitutional symptoms in its active phase or with steno-occlusive symptoms in the healing phase. In children, it is an aggressive disease and often lethal. Conges...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Vijayalakshmi

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by ectopic bone formation involving the connective tissues leading to severe skeletal manifestations. The genetic defect in this disorder has not been characterized in Indian patients till date. The authors report three cases of FOP a...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Shukla A,Taywade O,Stephen J,Gupta D,Phadke SR

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the prevalence of culture-confirmed cholera in patients with acute dehydrating diarrhea, at a tertiary care center in north India, during a 6-month period from March to August, 2006. METHODS:We studied 145 children, who presented to the pediatric emergency services of a tertiary care teaching hos...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kuttiat VS,Lodha R,Das B,Kohli U

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), a strategy fostering holistic approach to child health and development, is built upon successful experiences gained from effective child health interventions like immunization, oral rehydration therapy, management of acute respiratory infections and improved infant fe...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Patwari AK,Raina N

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although Kawasaki disease (KD) is now being increasingly reported from India, the vast majority of children with KD are still not being diagnosed and treated. A recent study from Chandigarh has shown that the incidence of KD is at least 4.54/100,000 children below 15 y of age. Extrapolations of this figure suggest tha...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Singh S,Aulakh R,Kawasaki T

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Celiac disease may present as a cryptogenic liver disorder being found in 5-10 % of patients with a persistent and cryptogenetic elevation of serum aminotransferase activity. In fact, a wide spectrum of liver injuries in children and adults may be related to CD and in particular: (1) a mild parenchymal damage characte...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Maggiore G,Caprai S

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the concerns the parents have with the development of their children and related conditions and investigate how often these concerns are addressed at all levels of the healthcare system. Determining parental perceptions of these issues and highlighting missed opportunities is valuable for improvin...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Çelen Yoldaş T,Özmert EN,Bayazıt Y,Tanrıkulu B,Yetim H,Çakır B

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the epidemiology of rotavirus gastroenteritis in Haryana post-introduction of rotavirus vaccine. Expanded National rotavirus surveillance network in India reported high burden of rotavirus diarrhea in India. The Government of India introduced the monovalent rotavirus vaccine made in India by Bhara...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Dalal P,Gathwala G,Singh J,Nair NP,Thiyagarajan V

更新日期：2021-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Kawasaki disease (KD) is a systemic necrotizing vasculitis affecting medium and small sized arteries. The diagnosis is based entirely on recognition of a typical sequence of clinical features. Detection of any one clinical feature does not have any diagnostic significance. We report an uncommon case of Kawasaki diseas...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Saraf S,Singh RK

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR TB) has become a major global health concern and is also an issue in children. Children with MDR TB need longer duration of treatment with multiple drugs. The MDR TB treatment regimen usually comprises of a fluoroquinolone, an aminoglycoside, ethionamide, cycloserine, pyrazinamide...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Ramachandran G

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A fifteen-month-old boy, born to consanguineously married couple, presented with asymptomatic hepatomegaly. Investigations revealed mildly deranged liver functions, necroinflammatory changes and cirrhosis on liver biopsy, a markedly raised alpha feto protein and tyrosine levels in plasma and a generalized aminoaciduri...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Bijarnia S,Puri RD,Ruel J,Gray GF,Jenkinson L,Verma IC

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diabetic ketoacidosis is the most common endocrine emergency in children and frequently it is the initial presentation of insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Despite sophisticated technology and our improved understanding of the pathophysiology of this disease, the mortality from intracranial complications remains co...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Krishna J

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the efficacy of all types of spacers commonly available to children in India. METHODS:150 children 5-14 yr of age with persistent asthma presenting with peak expiratory flow (PEF) < 70% of personal best were randomized to receive 200 mg salbutamol through one of five spacers: A) 750 ml spacer with...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Dahiya B,Mathew JL,Singh M

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Septic arthritis in children remains a serious disease with the potential for significant systemic and musculoskeletal morbidity. Staphlococcus aureus is the most common cause of bone and joint infections in all age groups. Microbial invasion of the synovial space occurs typically results from hematogenous seeding. Di...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Shetty AK,Gedalia A

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nephrotic syndrome in children is a common recurrent disease. Most of the cases are due to minimal change disease with a favourable outcome. More than 90% of children with minimal change disease respond to corticosteroid therapy (steroid sensitive nephrotic syndrome). 40-60% experience frequent relapses or have steroi...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Nanjundaswamy HM,Phadke KD

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the extent and nature of off-label drug use in children admitted to a pediatric general ward in a tertiary health care centre METHODS:Consecutive patients aged 1 mo-12 years admitted to the general wards in a tertiary care center in Mumbai over a two-month period were prospectively enrolled in t...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Jain SS,Bavdekar SB,Gogtay NJ,Sadawarte PA

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Growth monitoring programs are often considered failures. These failures often stem from a lack of understanding of program implementation. The 10 most common pitfalls of the system are listed as follows: 1) Health workers tend to desire a diagnostic curative approach to malnutrition where Growth Monitoring and Pre...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Hendrata L,Rohde JE

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paraphenylene daimine (PPD) is a kind of aromatic amine that is widely used in several industrial products. Women also use PPD added to henna (Lawasonia alba) as a hair dye. Though rare in Western countries, PPD poisoning is quite common in East Africa, India and Middle Eastern countries because it is a traditional pr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Elevli M,Civilibal M,Ersoy O,Demirkol D,Gedik AH

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To find out correlation between serum anti-tissue transglutaminase immunoglobulin-A (tTGA) levels and Marsh grading on duodenal histopathology in Celiac disease (CD). METHODS:In a prospective cohort study, a total of 52 symptomatic patients between age group of 2-18 y were enroled. All enroled patients were ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Jora R,Raghuvanshi V,Payal V,Sharma P,Vishnoi SK

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To understand how decisions are made in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) settings where critically-ill children require life-support decisions and what are the perceptions of health professionals and parents. METHODS:In this qualitative study, in-depth, semi-structured, face to face interviews with 8 doctors, 9 nu...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kahveci R,Ayhan D,Döner P,Cihan FG,Koç EM

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lead poisoning is a preventable entity that can affect almost every system of the body. Its toxic effects range from subtle common childhood symptoms to even death. In a prospective study forty six children with at least one symptom compatible with plumbism were enrolled after screening patients attending medical serv...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kalra V,Gulati S,Chitralekha KT,Pande P,Makhijani SD,Sharma CS

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Essential fatty acids cannot be synthesized in the body but they are required for maintenance of optimal health. There are two classes of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs)--omega-6 and omega-3. The parent omega-6 fatty acid, linoleic acid (LA) is desaturated in the body to form arachidonic acid while parent omega-3 ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Singh M

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00