Syndrome of insulin resistance with acanthosis nigricans, acral hypertrophy and muscle cramps in an adolescent - a rare diagnosis revisited.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The authors measured and recorded the physical (outdoor playing) and mental (home study) activity behavior and blood pressure amongst school going children and observed their association with the blood pressure levels. METHOD:It was a cross sectional school-based study from 12 primary schools; selected by s...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Thakor HG,Kumar P,Desai VK

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Castleman's disease is an atypical lymphoproliferative disorder having two types of presentation--the localized and the multicentric form. The localized form presents as a slowly growing mass with a relatively benign course. Multicentric Castleman's disease has a more aggressive clinical course with diffuse lymph node...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Sharma R,Seth R,Thavaraj V,Bagga A,Kabra SK,Karak AK,Atri S

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is lack of data on outcome of limited stage pediatric non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) from south Asia. In view of this lacuna, authors evaluated patients of early stage (stage 1 and 2) non-lymphoblastic pediatric NHL patients treated with uniform short course, reduced-intensity protocol from Jan 2003 through Dec 2016...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Patel A,Sharma MC,Bakhshi S

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Four patients from a Muslim family with an inherited skeletal dysplasia are presented. It is more crippling than usual form of spondylo-epiphysial dysplasia tarda and the onset is very early in the life i.e. at 4 years. The disorder is progressive, crippling and has striking clinical resemblance to juvenile rheumatoid...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Archik SG,Kamat RD

更新日期：1990-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Till forty years ago infants and children with hydrocephalus had a bleak future. Most of them used to die. Those who survived lived with mental retardation, spasticity and blindness. With the advent of an effective shunting device in 1957, a new era was ushered in the history of hydrocephalus. Today an infant with hyd...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Upadhyaya P

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Type 1 diabetes (T1D) adolescents often do not achieve good glycemic control. In the context of growing number of technologically savvy adolescents, this study was done to examine the effectiveness of a motivational smartphone app to improve their glycemic control. METHODS:Eleven to eighteen year old adoles...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Pramanik BK,Angelin JJ,Mathai VJ,Mathai S,Korula S,Simon A

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nutrition is a critical determinant of immunocompetence and risk of illness. Young children with protein-energy malnutrition exhibit increased mortality and morbidity, largely due to infectious disease. Recent work has demonstrated that, undernourished individuals have impaired immune responses. The most consistent ab...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Chandra RK

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify risk factors and outcomes associated with early failure of nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in premature infants with respiratory distress (RD). METHODS:This is a retrospective observational study of all the preterm infants with RD primarily supported on nasal CPAP and included i...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Murki S,Kandraju H,Oleti T,Saikiran,Gaddam P

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate clinical, etiological and EEG profile of neonatal seizures. METHODS:In all the neonates enrolled in the study baseline information recorded was sex, gestational age, weight, ponderal index etc. Clinical profile of seizure episode included age at onset of seizure, type and duration of seizure, ass...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kumar A,Gupta A,Talukdar B

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tetanus is still an important cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries. Fifty two patients with tetanus were admitted within a 15 year period to our hospital, and 24 of them died. The remaining cases were called for re-evaluation 3-13 years after the infection. Only 10 cases were admitted again, and 6 ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Tutuncuoglu S,Demir E,Koprubasi F,Selcuki D

更新日期：1994-05-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the outcome and prognostic factors for oncology patients in the PICU of a tertiary care centre in a developing country. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was done to assess the outcome of children with cancer in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) of a developing country from January 2000...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Akhtar N,Fadoo Z,Panju S,Haque A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate all steps of pulse polio immunization on special sub national immunization day. METHODS:On a sub-national immunization day (SNID), 120 booths were randomly selected from 662 booths by probability proportionate to size (PPS) sampling technique. RESULTS:It was observed that attendance in the distr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Goel NK,Pathak R,Galhotra A,Dankal C,Swami HM

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) refers to the constellation of deranged metabolic state, characterized by hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, hyperuricemia, hypocalcemia, and/or azotemia, secondary to rapid breakdown of tumor cells. It is a life threatening emergency that typically follows administration of chemotherapy or ma...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Rajendran A,Bansal D,Marwaha RK,Singhi SC

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Of this pilot study was to assess the iron status and dietary intake of 1-3 year-old apparently healthy toddlers of the lower socio-economic class, and the effect of eight weeks intervention with liquid oral iron in an urban slum in Pune, India. METHODS:50 toddlers (M= 25, F= 25) with mean age of 2.4 years (...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Hanumante NM,Kanvinde S,Sanwalka NJ,Vaidya MV,Khadilkar AV

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dietary micronutrients such as vitamins and trace minerals are known modulators of host immune responses against common pathogens. In this respect, vitamin A and zinc have recently received increased attention. Several in vivo and in vitro studies suggest that vitamin A may be a critical player in the mucosal immune r...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Molina EL,Patel JA

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The present study aimed at assessing the population prevalence of goiter and iodine deficiency in school children of 6-12 yr living in urban slums of Bhubaneswer, the capital city of Orissa. METHODS:A cross-sectional study was performed using the 30-cluster sampling methodology and surveillance methods for i...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Sethy PG,Bulliyya G,Mallick G,Swain BK,Kar SK

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the impact of co-occurring attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of children with newly diagnosed specific learning disability (SpLD). METHODS:From September 2005 to March 2006, 150 parents (either mother or father) of children consecutively...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Karande S,Bhosrekar K

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Every 5 years the American Heart Association (AHA) updates the Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC). The ECC Guidelines 2000 incorporates all the current consensus of experts, from not only a variety of disciplines, but also a variety of countries and cultures and is evidence based. The new Guide...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Janakiraman L

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the prevalence of depression among caregivers of children with cystic fibrosis and its impact on the health and well being of these children. METHODS:This cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital from September 2015 through August 2016. Forty one parents of children receiving ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Bhat JI,Wani WA,Charoo BA,Ali SW,Ahmad QI,Ahangar AA

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The timing and role of chemotherapy in the management of Wilms' tumor has long been the matter of debate, with different groups showing equally comparable and encouraging results. Over the last decade, however, both the ideol-ogies seem to be converging and the attempt has been to identify groups benefitting with pre-...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kumar A,Bakhshi S,Agarwala S

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A review is presented on the care of three diabetic emergencies: diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hypoglycemias and sick days. A treatment scheme, based on low-dose insulin regime and i.v. insulin administration is presented. Plenty of emphasis is laid on fluid and electrolyte therapy. It is stressed that the primary goal...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Akerblom HK,Kaprio EA

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was conducted to determine the knowledge and attitude about breast feeding (BF) amongst child development project officers (CDPOs) working in Integrated Child Development Services Scheme. A semi structured pretested questionnaire was administered. It was found that majority of respondent had correct knowledge ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kapil U,Paul D,Manocha S

更新日期：1989-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy of arginine vasopressin (AVP) as a rescue therapy in children with catecholamine refractory vasodilatory shock and its effect on various hemodynamic, clinical, and laboratory variables. METHODS:This prospective hospital based study was conducted from January 2008 through July 2008 at a...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Agrawal A,Singh VK,Varma A,Sharma R

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Developmental disabilities (DD) are defined as a diverse group of severe chronic conditions due to mental and/or physical impairments. Individuals with developmental disabilities have difficulty with major life activities including language, mobility, and learning. Developmental disabilities can begin anytime during d...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Brown KA,Patel DR

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To document the immunization rates, factors associated with incomplete immunization, and missed opportunities for immunizations in children affected by HIV presenting for routine outpatient follow-up. METHODS:A cross-sectional study of immunization status of children affected by HIV presenting for routine ou...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Bhattacharya SD,Bhattacharyya S,Chatterjee D,Niyogi SK,Chauhan N,Sudar A

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A) To study the frequency of perceived breast milk insufficiency in mothers of hospitalized neonates. b) To assess subsequent duration of exclusive breast feeding and growth (upto three months) in neonates whose mothers perceived breast milk insufficiency. METHODS:Neonates whose mothers were willing to breas...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mathur NB,Dhingra D

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is increased interest in the surgical management of epilepsy in children in the last decade or two. The plasticity of the developing brain and realization of the deleterious effects of uncontrolled seizures on the brain have prompted earlier surgery where indicated. All patients with uncontrolled partial seizure...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Singh VP

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Caudal dysplasia syndrome (CDS) and the femoral hypoplasia-unusual facies syndrome (FHUFS) have been reported to be more frequent among infants of diabetic mothers (IDMs). Infact, uncontrolled maternal diabetes is the most common cause of both the syndromes. Till now, there is no case report to suggest absent radi...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Gupta P,Khatri PC,Agarwal R,Gupta P

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Juvenile dermatomyositis and juvenile scleroderma are rare multisystem autoimmune disorders. Although they share some pathognomonic hallmarks with adult onset myositis or scleroderma, there are significant differences in presentation, characteristics and associated features when the diseases present in childhood. In v...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： McCann LJ,Pain CE

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00