Factors influencing survival in esophageal atresia.

abstract：:Congenital hypoparathyroidism, growth retardation and dysmorphism is a rare autosomal recessive syndrome among Arab population commonly known as Sanjad-Sakati syndrome(SSS).Several metabolic and septic complications are known to manifest in the neonatal age. We describe the first report of morbid pathological fracture...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Pal K

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on 16 children with ingestion of magnetic foreign bodies, who were identified by a medical record review of our hospital data for the time period between January, 2017 and May, 2018. Digestive tract wall was sandwiched in 13 (75%) children and 11 (74%) had gaptic intestinal perforation. ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Su ZL,Liu D,Zhou XH,Tian XE,Shan ZC,Hou SZ

更新日期：2020-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：:The year 2013 marks 50 years of both newborn screening and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics. India has seen a lot of change in terms of motivation, evolution and implementation of newborn screening as pilot projects for few disorders. Facilities for implementing screening using tandem mass spectrometry or what is term...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Kapoor S,Gupta N,Kabra M

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Auxiliary partial orthotopic liver transplantation is a technique where part of diseased native liver is removed and replaced with healthy donor liver so that, the left behind native liver could later regenerate. CASE CHARACTERISTICS:2 year 6 month old girl with acute liver failure due to Hepatitis A. She u...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Shanmugam NP,Al-Lawati T,Kelgeri C,Rela M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty six neonates with severe birth asphyxia (Apgar score less than or equal to 3 at 1 min), 32 with moderate birth asphyxia (Apgar score 4 to 6 at 1 min) and 35 controls (Apgar score greater than or equal to 7 at 1 min) matched for weight and gestation were followed up prospectively for neurodevelopmental outcome. ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Deorari AK,Paul VK,Singh M

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objectives of this study were to evaluate whether a newborn or a neonate is capable of responding immunologically after BCG vaccination and to find out if this immunity persists for one year. Normal infants aged between 0 days-3 months brought to immunization centre were included in the study. In vitro leukocyte m...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Vijayalakshmi V,Kumar S,Kiran AL,Rani HS,Murthy KJ

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper explores the relationships between maternal weight, height and poor pregnancy outcome using a data set from a case-control study of low birth weight (LBW) and perinatal mortality in Ahmedabad, India. Maternal height and weights were compared between mothers of 611 perinatal deaths, 644 preterm-LBW, and 1465...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Mavalankar DV,Trivedi CC,Gray RH

更新日期：1994-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an earlier study usefulness and validity of calf circumference in the identification of low birth weight (LBW) infants was reported. To evolve a simple indicator in identifying LBW in community, comparative evaluation of three simple measurements, i.e., circumferences of calf (CC), thigh (TC) and arm (AC) was done ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Raman L,Neela J,Balakrishna N

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a 71/2-year-boy with disseminated systemic cryptococcosis. Although other species have been incriminated, this appears to be the first report of Cryptococcus humicolus. The child was HIV negative. He was treated with amphotericin B and fluconazole with intensive supportive care. The child responded after 6 w...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Shinde SM,Vanarse KS,Pandit AN

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are well defined therapeutic protocols for childhood nephrotic syndrome. Appropriate therapy helps in minimizing side effects besides decreasing referrals to tertiary care centres. We have analysed the appropriateness of therapy of primary care physicians in 111 children with nephrotic syndrome referred to our I...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Gulati S,Kher V,Elhence R,Kumar P,Sharma RK,Gupta A

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy of the ketogenic diet in Indian children with uncontrolled epilepsy. STUDY DESIGN:Prospective observational study. SETTING:Hospital based. PATIENTS:105 children (age 4 months to 18 years) with uncontrolled epilepsy enrolled in the ketogenic diet program over a period of 9 years and...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Nathan JK,Purandare AS,Parekh ZB,Manohar HV

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the glycometabolic function in chronically transfused patients of beta- thalassemia major in terms of glucose tolerance, insulin secretion, insulin resistance index, and beta cell function index and to determine their relationship with clinical and biochemical profile. METHODS:30 homozygous thalass...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Suvarna J,Ingle H,Deshmukh CT

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the survival of children =18 y, treated with immunosuppressive therapy (IST) using equine antithymocyte globulin (e-ATG) and cyclosporine (CsA). DESIGN:Prospective data entry as per a specified format. SETTING:Tertiary care hospital. PATIENTS:From January 1998 to December 2009, 40 children wer...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Nair V,Sondhi V,Sharma A,Das S,Sharma S

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS) is a rare inherited disorder characterized by pancreatic insufficiency, bone marrow dysfunction and skeletal abnormalities. It is the most common cause of pancreatic insufficiency in children after cystic fibrosis. We report a child with classical SDS who presented to us predominantly ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Kathuria R,Poddar U,Yachha SK

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Informed consent is a communication process of providing the patient/parents/guardians with relevant information regarding the treatment and the diagnosis, so that they can make informed decisions. The process of informed consent in pediatric patients is not well understood. The amount of information to be disclosed i...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Kaushik JS,Narang M,Agarwal N

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the catch up growth in severely wasted children using energy dense local foods at a hospital based nutrition rehabilitation unit. DESIGN:Retrospective cohort. SETTING:In-patient ward at a tertiary care government pediatric hospital in Hyderabad. PATIENTS:Children with severe malnutrition (n=309)...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Mamidi RS,Kulkarni B,Radhakrishna KV,Shatrugna V

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We enrolled 75 consecutive infants presenting with history of first seizure at a tertiary care hospital in New Delhi, India. Clinical and biochemical work-up for etiology, and electroencephalography were performed in all infants. Developmental assessment was done 3-month after discharge. 72% had generalized seizures, ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Nikunj NK,Mishra D,Juneja M,Talukdar B

更新日期：2016-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：:We conducted this study to determine the fatty acid composition of breastmilk of Israeli women and compare it with baby milk substitutes. Samples of mature breast milk, from 29 lactating Israeli Jewish mothers were collected during feedings. Total milk lipids extracts were transmethylated and analyzed by using an impr...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Saphier O,Blumenfeld J,Silberstein T,Tzor T,Burg A

更新日期：2013-11-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mediastinal pancreatic pseudocyst is a rare complication of pancreatitis. CASE CHARACTERISTICS:An 8-year-old boy with chest pain and shortness of breath. Computed tomography of chest showed a cystic mass in the mediastinum. The cyst aspirate revealed high amylase and lipase levels, suggestive of pancreatic ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Halder P,Mandal KC,Debnath B,Mukherjee S

更新日期：2018-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multiple pituitary hormone deficiency and Turner syndrome have overlapping features in peripubertal girls and is a diagnostic challenge. CASE CHARACTERISTICS:16-year-old girl having Turner phenotype undergoing evaluation for severe short stature and pubertal arrest. OBSERVATION:45,X karyotype, and multiple...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Dutta D,Selvan C,Mukhopadhyay S

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the present study, brainstorm auditory evoked responses (BAER) were recorded in 68 at risk neonates discharged from the neonatal ICU of Safdarjung Hospital. The high risk group of 35 neonates included 13 neonates with multiple (3-4) risk factors and 22 neonates with single risk factors, viz., prematurity (less than...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Raj H,Gupta AK,Anand NK

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess yield of MECP2 gene sequence variations analysis and large deletions in suspected cases of Rett syndrome. DESIGN:Descriptive study. SETTING:Tertiary-care medical genetics center. PATIENTS:Girls with neuroregression, postnatal microcephaly and signs and symptoms suggestive of classical and atypica...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Lallar M,Rai A,Srivastava P,Mandal K,Gupta N,Kabra M,Phadke SR

更新日期：2018-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Ensuring quality in healthcare today has become extremely essential to ensure adequate utilization of healthcare services and improved outcomes. In addition to essential infrastructure in terms of safe and adequate space, knowledgeable and skilled health workers, and essential equipment and supply, the healthcare team...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Mehta R,Sharma KA

更新日期：2018-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the performance of respiratory rate and other clinical signs against pulse oximetry for predicting hypoxia in children with Severe pneumonia/Very severe disease as per Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illness (IMNCI) classification. DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. SETTING:Pediatric e...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Alwadhi V,Dewan P,Malhotra RK,Shah D,Gupta P

更新日期：2017-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the relation between maternal overt hypothyroidism and neurodevelopmental outcome of neonates in iodine-deficient region of Northern India (Kashmir Valley). DESIGN:Prospective cohort study. SETTING:Endocrinology department of a tertiary-care hospital. PARTICIPANTS:82 hypothyroid pregnant women wer...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Ganaie MA,Charoo BA,Sofi RA,Ahmed A,Bhat JI

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Improved survival seen in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) cases has led to increased reports of second malignant neoplasms. CASE CHARACTERISTICS:A 12-year-old female treated for ALL using UK ALL XI protocol nine years back presented with progressively increasing pre-auricular swelling. OBSERVATION:Inves...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Tikku G,Jain D,Kumari A,Grover R

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical, laboratory and therapeutic data of patients with diarrhea in Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) antibody positive, immunocompromised and immunocompetent individuals were studied especially to look for prevalence of intestinal coccidiosis. During a study period of one decade, Isospora belli were identifie...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Mirdha BR,Kabra SK,Samantray JC

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A retrospective analysis was carried out to identify factors associated with delay in diagnosis of Kawasaki disease in a tertiary care pediatric hospital setting in Chennai, India. Over a period of 2 years, a total of 37 cases were studied. The cases were divided into Early Diagnosis Group (EDG) and Delayed Diagnosis ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Balasubramanian S,Krishna MR,Dhanalakshmi K,Amperayani S,Ramanan AV

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 12-year-old male child reported with history of fever for last seven years. Hepatosplenomegaly, hepatic and bone marrow granulomas were the main features. Idiopathic Granulomatous Hepatitis (IGH), a rare syndrome amenable to immunosuppressive therapy was diagnosed. ...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Holla RG,Bagga A

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Blue rubber bleb nevus syndrome is a rare clinical entity. CASE CHARACTERISTICS:A 13-year-old Indian boy presented with characteristic cutaneous lesions, gastrointestinal malformations, skeletal involvement and pulmonary stenosis. OBSERVATIONS:Diagnosis was confirmed on skin biopsy, radiographic evaluation...

journal_title：Indian pediatrics

authors： Singal A,Vohra S,Sharma R,Bhatt S

更新日期：2016-06-08 00:00:00