Advances in the understanding and treatment of atopic dermatitis.

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

abstract：:Acute bacterial rhinosinusitis is an infection of the nasal epithelium and paranasal sinus mucosa, usually caused in children by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and, less frequently, group A Streptococcus species. The clinical diagnosis is based on daytime cough that may be wor...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Conrad DA,Jenson HB

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The current review addresses the importance of the prospective cohort design in large, unselected populations starting early in life for understanding the origins of childhood health disorders. RECENT FINDINGS:Cohort studies originating in healthy populations have contributed to great advances in hea...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Paneth N,Monk C

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Miniaturization of echocardiographic transducers, improved crystal technology, and enhanced digital processing of ultrasound signals have resulted in newer, more sophisticated equipment and imaging techniques. These technologic advances include transesophageal echocardiography, stress echocardiography (both pharmacolo...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Marx GR

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The HIV/AIDS epidemic is one of the most widespread public health problems today. Teens with mental health concerns are particularly vulnerable to infection because they engage in higher rates of risky behaviors than their peers. Families are vital influences in protecting teens from HIV exposure, but...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Jordan K,Donenberg G

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review summarizes recent literature regarding the clinical and molecular features of nonmalignant leukocyte disorders in children. Leukocyte adhesion deficiency and chronic granulomatous disease, two inherited disorders of neutrophil function, continue to be the best-characterized disorders with respect to specif...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Dinauer MC

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Hypertension is an independent risk factor for progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in children. Children with early CKD develop hypertension secondary to renal disease. This review aims to highlight recent advances that help us better understand the current role of hypertension in progression ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Vidi SR

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 15-year-old girl was referred for a thyroid gland mass, which rapidly enlarged in the brief interval between initial evaluation and surgery. Fine needle aspiration of the mass suggested a diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma. Upon pathological examination of this aggressive tumor, an "insular" pattern of tumor w...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Yusuf K,Reyes-Mugica M,Carpenter TO

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disruptive behavior disorders present grave complications to normal childhood development. Their presence is frequently associated with additional psychiatric disorders. The hallmark features of the disruptive behavior disorders range from noncompliance to aggressive hostility toward authorities or peers. Oppositional...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Harden PW,Zoccolillo M

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three main factors are needed for an infant to develop allergy: allergen exposure, a genetic predisposition, and contributory factors. Recent literature suggests that the incidence of in utero sensitization might have been underestimated up to now. A number of papers provide evidence that atopic dermatitis should be r...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Vandenplas Y

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Choledochal cysts are a relatively rare abnormality in the West but are more common in the East. The etiology of choledochal cysts remains unknown. Recently, the incidence in neonates and young infants has been increasing due to advances in diagnostic imaging, including antenatal diagnosis. Choledochal cysts can prese...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Miyano T,Yamataka A

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The mid-gestation fetus is capable of regenerative healing with wound healing indistinguishable from surrounding skin. This review aims to evaluate the current knowledge of how the mid-gestation fetus heals without scar and the implications of these findings in efforts to recapitulate the fetal regene...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Leung A,Crombleholme TM,Keswani SG

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:First-time parents often turn to friends and family for advice regarding feeding, sleeping, bathing, diapering and toilet training, and childhood illnesses. Unfortunately, parents may at times be given incorrect and potentially dangerous advice as several widely embraced parenting practices are no lon...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Kahan T,Adesman A

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This study reviews the history of neonatal drug development, recent legislative efforts designed to facilitate the study of therapeutic agents in neonates, and future steps necessary to advance drug development. RECENT FINDINGS:Although many federal regulations have been introduced over the past 15 y...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Smith AM,Davis JM

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditionally, family members were excluded from viewing invasive procedures and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the pediatric emergency department. The concept of family-centered care in the emergency department has now become more widespread. Consequently, family member presence during routine invasive procedures s...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Eppich WJ,Arnold LD

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Physicians need to be prepared to counsel patients on why and how to protect themselves from damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation, including the proper use of sunscreens. In this article, we review the interplay between UV radiation, sunscreens and the skin, highlighting current controversies and recom...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Quatrano NA,Dinulos JG

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Environmental factors, such as drugs, chemicals, or abnormal concentrations of natural metabolites, induce birth defects. Environmental effects on cardiogenesis have been little studied in contrast to neurogenesis. This review presents evidence on three environmental factors: alcohol, the drug lithium...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Linask KK,Huhta J

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) recommends initiating neonatal resuscitation with concentrations of oxygen between 21 and 100%. This wide range of oxygen concentrations recommended for resuscitation highlights the lack of evidence supporting either 21 or 100% O2. The purpo...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Ten VS,Matsiukevich D

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The clinical importance of overgrowth syndromes in the pediatric patient population has been increasingly recognized during the past decade, but clinical overlap among overgrowth syndromes often makes diagnostic categorization difficult. Advances in the molecular delineation of overgrowth syndromes in...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Cytrynbaum CS,Smith AC,Rubin T,Weksberg R

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to highlight the recent advances in epigenetic regulation and chromatin biology for a better understanding of gene regulation related to human disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Alterations to chromatin influence genomic function, including gene transcription. At its most simple l...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Iglesias-Platas I,Monk D

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review will be covering dysfunctional voiding, its diagnosis, and treatment options. This will focus primarily on dysfunctional voiding rather than all lower urinary tract dysfunction and we will focus on some of the newer findings and progress within this disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Dysfunctional ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Bauer A

更新日期：2020-12-10 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1995, the incidence of childhood thyroid cancer in England and Wales was only 0.5 cases per million children per year. Papillary cancers in younger children were histologically distinct from tumors in older individuals. The incidence of thyroid cancer in the vicinity of Chernobyl increased by 62 times within 5 year...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Zimmerman D

更新日期：1997-08-01 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：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Nearing the end of the first decade of this new century, the challenges and changes in the field of outpatient pediatric cardiology continue to accelerate. RECENT FINDINGS:To help the general pediatrician and family practice physician become aware of several new care guidelines and practice trends as...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Lacina SJ

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thrombopoietin is a hematopoietic growth factor that stimulates megakaryopoiesis. Recent results indicate that thrombopoietin has multilineage hematopoietic effects both in vitro and in vivo. Clinical studies of thrombopoietin have begun, and are reviewed. ...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Broudy VC,Kaushansky K

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The literature was reviewed to describe the role of gait analysis in the orthopaedic management of ambulatory children with cerebral palsy and examine the current best evidence to support these roles. RECENT FINDINGS:Gait laboratory analysis is superior to visual or observational analysis of gait bec...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Narayanan UG

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To provide a comprehensive review of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments for children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). RECENT FINDINGS:Many parents of children with ADHD are reluctant to pursue medication options and unable to access behavioral...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Bader A,Adesman A

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stachybotrys is a toxin-producing fungus that grows indoors when both water and cellulose are available. Epidemiologic evidence has demonstrated an association between acute pulmonary hemorrhage in infants and exposure to Stachybotrys and other fungi in water-damaged home environments. In recent years, advances in und...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Etzel RA

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT) offers a practical, integrated model for addressing substance use in primary care settings. This review provides an update of the research on SBIRT for adolescents in primary care, examines current dissemination challenges and suggests fu...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： DʼSouza-Li L,Harris SK

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Simulation has been widely adopted as a training and assessment tool in medical education. Conventional teaching methods may be inadequate to properly train healthcare providers for rare but potentially lethal events in pediatrics such as trauma and respiratory arrest. Recent studies suggest pediatric...

journal_title：Current opinion in pediatrics

authors： Weinberg ER,Auerbach MA,Shah NB

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00