Use of the Italian version of the Pediatric Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire in the daily practice: results of a prospective study.

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is growing concern as regards the emergence of metabolic disorders among children living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) worldwide. However, there is paucity of data on the correlates of metabolic indices among HIV-positive children in Africa. METHODS:This study examined 84 HIV-positive ch...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Ohuche IO,Chikani UN,Oyenusi EE,Onu JU,Oduwole A

更新日期：2020-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Meconium peritonitis is defined as aseptic chemical inflammation caused by intrauterine bowel perforation. The underlying causes of bowel perforation include intestinal atresia, midgut volvulus, intussusception, congenital bands, and meconium ileus. CASE PRESENTATION:Siblings with prenatally diagnosed mecon...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Park KH,Bae MH,Lee NR,Han YM,Byun SY,Kim HY

更新日期：2020-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent research published in this journal highlighted the issue of the high content of aluminium in infant formulas. The expectation was that the findings would serve as a catalyst for manufacturers to address a significant problem of these, often necessary, components of infant nutrition. It is critically i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Chuchu N,Patel B,Sebastian B,Exley C

更新日期：2013-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Newborn screening (NBS) occupies a unique space at the intersection of translational science and public health. As the only truly population-based public health program in the United States, NBS offers the promise of making the successes of translational medicine available to every infant with a rare disorde...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Bailey DB Jr,Gehtland LM,Lewis MA,Peay H,Raspa M,Shone SM,Taylor JL,Wheeler AC,Cotten M,King NMP,Powell CM,Biesecker B,Bishop CE,Boyea BL,Duparc M,Harper BA,Kemper AR,Lee SN,Moultrie R,Okoniewski KC,Paquin RS,Pe

更新日期：2019-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The emerging field of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) has brought about new interaction styles. Its excessive use may lead to addictive behaviours. The objective is to determine the prevalence of the problematic use of ICT such as Internet, mobile phones and video games, among adolescents enr...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Muñoz-Miralles R,Ortega-González R,López-Morón MR,Batalla-Martínez C,Manresa JM,Montellà-Jordana N,Chamarro A,Carbonell X,Torán-Monserrat P

更新日期：2016-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reference values for hematological and biochemical assays in pregnant women and in newborn infants are based primarily on Caucasian populations. Normative data are limited for populations in sub-Saharan Africa, especially comparing women with and without HIV infection, and comparing infants with and without ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Mwinga K,Vermund SH,Chen YQ,Mwatha A,Read JS,Urassa W,Carpenetti N,Valentine M,Goldenberg RL

更新日期：2009-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Birthweight remains one of the strongest predictors of perinatal mortality and disability. Birthweight percentiles form a reference that allows the detection of neonates at higher risk of neonatal and postneonatal morbidity. The aim of the study is to present updated national birthweight percentiles by gesta...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Li Z,Umstad MP,Hilder L,Xu F,Sullivan EA

更新日期：2015-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infection causes neonatal mortality in both high and low income countries. While simple interventions to prevent neonatal infection are available, they are often poorly understood and implemented by clinicians. A basic understanding of healthcare providers' perceptions of infection control provides a platfor...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Trevisanuto D,Arnolda G,Chien TD,Xuan NM,Thu le TA,Kumara D,Lincetto O,Moccia L

更新日期：2013-04-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The fundamental treatment for patients with pediatric malignant mediastinal tumors is chemotherapy. Therefore, accurate diagnosis is essential for selecting the appropriate chemotherapeutic regimen. However, malignant mediastinal tumors occasionally cause respiratory distress, and biopsies under general anes...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Tanaka T,Amano H,Tanaka Y,Takahashi Y,Tajiri T,Tainaka T,Shirota C,Sumida W,Yokota K,Makita S,Tani Y,Hinoki A,Uchida H

更新日期：2020-06-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitamin D levels are alarmingly low (<75 nmol/L) in 65-70% of North American children older than 1 year. An increased risk of viral upper respiratory tract infections (URTI), asthma-related hospitalizations and use of anti-inflammatory medication have all been linked with low vitamin D. No study has determin...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Maguire JL,Birken CS,Loeb MB,Mamdani M,Thorpe K,Hoch JS,Mazzulli T,Borkhoff CM,Macarthur C,Parkin PC,TARGet Kids! Collaboration.

更新日期：2014-02-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal jaundice is a common finding in newborns in Asia, including Indonesia. In some cases, the serum total bilirubin levels exceeds the 95th percentile for hours of life (neonatal hyperbilirubinemia). Severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia (NH) could lead to kernicterus and neonatal death. Glucose-6-Phosphag...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Wisnumurti DA,Sribudiani Y,Porsch RM,Maskoen AM,Rahayuningsih SE,Asni EK,Sleutels F,van Ijcken WFJ,Sukadi A,Achmad TH

更新日期：2019-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transgender (TG) individuals experience discordance between their sex at birth and their gender identity. To better understand the health care needs and characteristics of TG youth that contribute to resilience, we conducted a qualitative study with clinical and non-clinical providers. METHODS:In-depth inte...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Torres CG,Renfrew M,Kenst K,Tan-McGrory A,Betancourt JR,López L

更新日期：2015-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rosai- Dorfman Disease (RDD) is a benign condition of unknown aetiology which is characterized by non-neoplastic proliferation of histiocytes. Pathophysiology and natural history remain obscure due to the low prevalence of disease. It is known to present with nodal or extranodal involvement and occurrence in...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Danisious T,Hettiarachchi M,Dharmadasa C,Jayaweera H

更新日期：2020-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Autosomal dominant tubulointerstitial kidney disease (ADTKD) caused by UMOD gene mutation (ADTKD-UMOD) is rare in children, characterized by hyperuricemia, gout, and progressive chronic kidney disease. It usually leads to end-stage renal failure at fiftieth decades. Here, we report a 3-year-old Chinese boy i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Yang J,Zhang Y,Zhou J

更新日期：2019-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parenting children with special health care needs can be challenging particularly if children have complex conditions. Parents may struggle to manage their child's health and their own emotions, contributing to poorer health outcomes for the family. Frequent healthcare contact presents opportunities to inter...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Bradshaw S,Bem D,Shaw K,Taylor B,Chiswell C,Salama M,Bassett E,Kaur G,Cummins C

更新日期：2019-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rotavirus antigenemia and RNAemia (the presence of rotavirus RNA in serum) have been commonly identified among paediatric patients with acute gastroenteritis. In this study we examined the association between rotavirus antigenemia and clinical features, and sought to determine the genotypes of rotaviruses de...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Justino MCA,Campos EA,Mascarenhas JDP,Soares LS,Guerra SFS,Furlaneto IP,Pavão MJC Jr,Maciel TS,Farias FP,Bezerra OM,Vinente CBG,Barros RJS,Linhares AC

更新日期：2019-06-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adolescents with chronic illness (CI) and parents of a child with CI are at risk for psychosocial problems. Psychosocial group interventions may prevent these problems. With the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy, active coping strategies can be learned. Offering an intervention online eliminates logistic b...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Douma M,Scholten L,Maurice-Stam H,Grootenhuis MA

更新日期：2018-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Childhood vaccinations have been shown to be effective in protecting children against vaccine-preventable diseases. The systematic investigation of the causes of incomplete immunization is critical for the full immunization and develop health system interventions to improve immunization coverage. To date, no...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Mekonnen AG,Bayleyegn AD,Ayele ET

更新日期：2019-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Globally pneumonia is the leading cause of under-five child mortality. Several risk factors for pneumonia mortality have been identified, including delay in seeking health care. For successful reduction of delay in seeking healthcare, further evidence is crucial on its magnitude and factors associated with i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Bantie GM,Meseret Z,Bedimo M,Bitew A

更新日期：2019-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We propose a modified lung ultrasound (LUS) score in neonates with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), which includes posterior instead of lateral lung fields, and a 5-grade rating scale instead of a 4-grade rating scale. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the reproducibility of the rating scale and ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Szymański P,Kruczek P,Hożejowski R,Wais P

更新日期：2021-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Newborn resuscitation is a life-saving intervention for birth asphyxia, a leading cause of neonatal mortality. Improving provider newborn resuscitation skills is critical for delivering quality care, but the retention of these skills has been a challenge. Tanzania implemented a national newborn resuscitation...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Drake M,Bishanga DR,Temu A,Njozi M,Thomas E,Mponzi V,Arlington L,Msemo G,Azayo M,Kairuki A,Meda AR,Isangula KG,Nelson BD

更新日期：2019-02-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although numerous evidence-based and feasible interventions are available to treat pain from childhood vaccine injections, evidence indicates that children are not benefitting from this knowledge. Unrelieved vaccination pain puts children at risk for significant long-term harms including the development of n...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Taddio A,Shah V,Leung E,Wang J,Parikh C,Smart S,Hetherington R,Ipp M,Riddell RP,Sgro M,Jovicic A,Franck L

更新日期：2013-02-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Paediatric end-of-life care is challenging and requires a high level of professional expertise. It is important that healthcare teams have a thorough understanding of paediatric subspecialties and related knowledge of disease-specific aspects of paediatric end-of-life care. The aim of this study was to compr...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Zimmermann K,Cignacco E,Engberg S,Ramelet AS,von der Weid N,Eskola K,Bergstraesser E,PELICAN Consortium.,Ansari M,Aebi C,Baer R,Popovic MB,Bernet V,Brazzola P,Bucher HU,Buder R,Cagnazzo S,Dinten B,Dorsaz A,Elmer F,

更新日期：2018-02-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is a serious, debilitating condition that causes significant physical, emotional, and functional impairment. The condition is characterized by destructive weight loss behaviours and a refusal to maintain body weight at or above a minimally normal weight for age and height. AN often deve...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Spettigue W,Buchholz A,Henderson K,Feder S,Moher D,Kourad K,Gaboury I,Norris M,Ledoux S

更新日期：2008-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although adolescent spinal pain increases the risk for chronic back pain in adulthood, most adolescents can be regarded as healthy. The aim of the present study was to provide data on localization, intensity and frequency of adolescent spinal pain and to investigate which physical and psycho-social parameter...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Wirth B,Humphreys BK

更新日期：2015-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Eustachian tube (ET) dysfunction plays an important role in the pathogenesis of acute otitis media (AOM). Unfortunately, there is a lack of knowledge about the exact role of the ET's bony support, the temporal bone, on occurrence of AOM. This study investigates whether severe suture restriction of the tempor...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Morin C,Dorion D,Moutquin JM,Levasseur M

更新日期：2012-11-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The human foot is shaped throughout all life in a way that is individual for every human being. Footwear fitting in the process of foot development is the issue covered by a limited range of empirical studies. This prompted the authors to undertake this subject of the study aimed at the influence of fitting ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Puszczalowska-Lizis E,Zarzyczna P,Mikulakova W,Migala M,Jandzis S

更新日期：2020-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is commonly used to improve the immunomodulatory effects, although its regulatory effect on premature Treg cells is unclear. The purpose of this study is to study the effect of high dose of IVIG (HD-IVIG) on Treg cells expression and cytokine profile in premature birth. MET...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Liu P,Li L,Fan P,Zheng J,Zhao D

更新日期：2018-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mental disorders in childhood have a considerable health and societal impact but the associated negative consequences may be ameliorated through early identification of risk and protective factors that can guide health promoting and preventive interventions. The objective of this study was to inform health p...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Cabaj JL,McDonald SW,Tough SC

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children with longstanding use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are susceptible to developing low bone mineral density and an increased fracture risk. However, the literature regarding the effects of AEDs on growth in epileptic children is limited. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential effects ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Lin CM,Fan HC,Chao TY,Chu DM,Lai CC,Wang CC,Chen SJ

更新日期：2016-05-03 00:00:00