Statement on gender-affirmative approach to care from the pediatric endocrine society special interest group on transgender health.

abstract：:Major advances in the genetic understanding of the limb-girdle (LGMD) and congenital (CMD) muscular dystrophies have led to a new, genetically based classification of these disorders. The definition of the complex of dystrophin-associated proteins on a biochemical and subsequently genetic level has greatly accelerated...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Bönnemann CG,McNally EM,Kunkel LM

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The biology of the X chromosome is unique, as there are two Xs in females and only a single X in males, whereas the autosomes are present in duplicate in both sexes. The presence of only a single autosome, which can occur as a result of an error in meiotic segregation, is invariably an embryonic lethal event. Monosomy...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Gartler SM,Goldman MA

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Exposure to traffic-related air pollutants (TRAPs) has been implicated in asthma development, persistence, and exacerbation. This exposure is highly significant because increasingly large segments of the population worldwide reside in zones that have high levels of TRAP, including children, as schools...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Brandt EB,Myers JM,Ryan PH,Hershey GK

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Identifying pathogenic variation underlying pediatric developmental disease is critical for medical management, therapeutic development, and family planning. This review summarizes current genetic testing options along with their potential benefits and limitations. We also describe results from large-...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Neu MB,Bowling KM,Cooper GM

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Slipped capital femoral epiphysis remains a diagnostic problem despite numerous papers written on the subject. The most important factor in the diagnosis of slipped capital femoral epiphysis is suspicion by the practitioner. The history, physical examination, and radiographic imaging are important in the confirmation ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Reynolds RA

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews recent publications related to the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of otitis media. Otitis media is a continuum of conditions that includes acute otitis media, otitis media with residual or persistent effusion, unresponsive otitis media, recurrent otitis media, otitis media w...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Berman S

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is increasingly used in the management of diabetes in children and adults, but there are few data regarding its use in neonates. The purpose of this article is to discuss the potential benefits and limitations of CGM in neonates. RECENT FINDINGS:Smaller electrodes ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Shah R,McKinlay CJD,Harding JE

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Altered epigenetics is central to oncogenesis in many pediatric cancers. Aberrant epigenetic states are induced by mutations in histones or epigenetic regulatory genes, aberrant expression of genes regulating chromatin complexes, altered DNA methylation patterns, or dysregulated expression of noncodin...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Panditharatna E,Filbin MG

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Studies using movement analysis confirm that multiple soft tissue releases improve function in the ambulant child with cerebral palsy, and highlight the fine adjustments of ankle-foot orthosis, which benefit children with myelomeningocele. For both of these disorders, there is information with regard to hip subluxatio...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Roberts A,Evans GA

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the recent past, we have seen novel information on the bidirectional interactions between the endocrine and immune systems. Thus, the central nervous system, through the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the peripheral autonomic and sensory systems, influences the quantity and the quality of the immune and in...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Papanicolaou DA,Chrousos GP

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Concern regarding appendicitis is a common reason for presentation to the paediatric emergency department. We review recent progress in the use of biomarkers, imaging and clinical scoring systems in improving diagnostic accuracy in suspected appendicitis in children. RECENT FINDINGS:Use of ultrasound...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Lawton B,Goldstein H,Davis T,Tagg A

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Smoking prevention during childhood and adolescence is critical to the successful reduction of tobacco-related morbidity and mortality in the United States. The research literature is replete with surveys describing youth smoking acquisition and related factors. In addition to its direct harm, tobacco use may be a gat...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Sockrider MM

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The number of pediatric cancer survivors is growing rapidly as treatments become more effective. However, many current regimens cause gonadotoxicity and permanent infertility, significantly impacting quality of life. The purpose of this review is to update pediatric oncologists on risk factors for can...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Ginsberg JP

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To familiarize primary care pediatricians with basic detection and treatment strategies of lower extremity stress fractures, while highlighting new research related to improving diagnosis and management approaches for pediatric and adolescent athletes. RECENT FINDINGS:Young age appears to be a risk f...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Heyworth BE,Green DW

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The study provides an overview of recent studies on behavioral interventions for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). RECENT FINDINGS:Recent reviews of the effectiveness of early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) conclude that EIBI can improve language and cognitive sk...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Dawson G,Burner K

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Chronic disease management is an increasingly important aspect of caring for adolescents. Strength-based approaches hold tremendous promise in the face of current challenges. Recent clinical innovations and research findings that provide evidence of the efficacy of strength-based approaches and repres...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Chung RJ,Burke PJ,Goodman E

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Prenatal genetic screening and diagnostic testing can identify many disorders that will require specialized newborn care and follow-up. Pediatricians should be aware of recent advances in testing that may have implications for their patients and families. RECENT FINDINGS:Over the last half decade, th...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Cunniff C,Hudgins L

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant neurocutaneous disorder involving benign growths in multiple organ systems of affected patients. Variable phenotypes from mild to severe have been reported for related as well as unrelated patients affected by TSC. The two causative genes, TSC1...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Au KS,Ward CH,Northrup H

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Tobacco use and secondhand tobacco smoke exposure of children are a significant problem faced by pediatricians. This article reviews the recommendations of the 2008 update of the guideline Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence and their application in the pediatric setting. RECENT FINDINGS:Every tobacc...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Caponnetto P,Polosa R,Best D

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review highlights the most significant progress in treatment of constipation occurring in the last year, underlying the advances in pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of both organic and functional constipation. Recent developments in the field of the pathophysiology of idiopathic ch...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Staiano A,Tozzi A

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Recently, recommendations from the American Heart Association regarding treatment of streptococcal tonsillo-pharyngitis were revised. This review provides the background for changes that were made in comparison with the group's 1995 recommendations. Recent papers on other issues relating to group A St...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Baltimore RS

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypoxic-ischemic brain injury occurs frequently in infancy and childhood. Events such as perinatal asphyxia, near drowning, respiratory arrest, and near sudden infant death syndrome cause significant mortality and morbidity. Despite current critical care practices, the outcomes from such injuries may be life-long neur...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Biagas K

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Allergen avoidance should be considered as a first line of defense for all types of allergic disease. For some allergens, such as the common pollens, significant avoidance may be difficult or even impossible to accomplish without major alterations in lifestyle. For others, however, particularly the common indoor aller...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Wood RA

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review highlights advances in our understanding of the genetic basis for alopecia areata. New findings in trichothiodystrophy, Bazex syndrome, and Netherton's syndrome are also discussed. Finally, abnormalities of the hair, such as atrophic midline bald patches, generalized follicular hamartoma, and loose anagen ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Skelsey MA,Price VH

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant melanoma and mycosis fungoides (cutaneous T cell lymphoma) are rare malignancies in childhood. However, both are potentially fatal tumors that may be cured if detected early. The incidence of melanomas in adolescents has increased in the last 10 years. This makes it imperative that high-risk children be iden...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Hoang MT,Friedlander SF

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Lung disease in cystic fibrosis (CF) results from chronic airway infection and inflammation leading to progressive bronchiectasis and respiratory failure. Bacterial pathogens, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, and Burkholderia cepacia, are known contributors. Recent studies usin...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Zemanick ET,Sagel SD,Harris JK

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous reactions to penicillin-type antibiotics are usually caused by IgE-mediated reactions directed toward the beta-lactam ring (in penicillin, ampicillin-amoxicillin, and cephalosporins). These allergic reactions may be reliably diagnosed (96% to 99% of the time) with a battery of skin tests derived from penicil...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Anderson JA

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Enhanced recovery protocols (ERPs) have been adopted for a variety of adult surgical conditions and resulted in markedly improved outcomes, including decreased length of stays, complications, costs, and narcotic utilization. In this review, we describe the development and implementation of an ERP for ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Raval MV,Heiss KF

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Atypical skull shapes occur in as many as 20% of infants. The purpose of this review is to discuss the clinical approach to the evaluation of a child with an abnormal head shape. Readers will learn how to identify the head shapes caused by environmental deformation and craniosynostosis. We also review...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Cunningham ML,Heike CL

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The term 'dual diagnosis' most commonly refers to the combination of severe mental illness and substance-use disorder (SUD). It is estimated that 7-10 million people in the USA alone have at a minimum one psychiatric disorder in addition to a SUD. As many of the psychiatric illnesses implicated have t...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Santucci K

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00