Childhood brain tumors: current status of clinical trials in newly diagnosed and recurrent disease.

abstract：:Status epilepticus is a serious medical emergency that requires prompt and appropriate intervention. Maintenance of adequate vital function with attention to airway, breathing, and circulation; prevention of systemic complications; and rapid termination of seizures must be coupled with investigating and treating any u...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Hanhan UA,Fiallos MR,Orlowski JP

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyperthyroidism in infants and children usually is caused by Graves' disease; however, several other diseases can also produce hyperthyroidism in these age groups. Because the pathophysiology and clinical course of these conditions differ, optimal treatment depends on precise diagnosis. ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Zimmerman D,Gan-Gaisano M

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article summarizes the current literature on social skills training for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. The article describes several different methods of social skills training, along with a summary of research findings on effectiveness. Interventions described include social skills grou...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Bohlander AJ,Orlich F,Varley CK

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Term infants who have sustained brain damage from intrauterine asphyxia can often be classified into one of two distinct clinical and radiologic syndromes. The first consists of damage to the cerebral hemispheres. The second consists of damage predominantly involving the basal ganglia and thalamus. Results of studies ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Pasternak JF

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The author shows that nonenzymic glucosylation of proteins can modify the structure and function of proteins isolated from non-insulin-dependent tissues and that these glucosylated proteins, whose normal functions have been altered or removed, may be related to diabetes and some of its sequelae. ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Kirschenbaum DM

更新日期：1984-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telehealth is a promising new tool in medicine that has changed the landscape of medical care. The benefits of telehealth technology are immense, including improved access to care and potential savings in monetary and opportunity costs. Current challenges of incorporating telehealth services into regular clinical care...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Chen AC,Selamet Tierney ES

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric patients with ostomies are a challenge to health care providers. An ostomy is not without problems. Knowledge of surgical techniques and a commitment to the care and management of the stoma and appliances are needed to prevent and manage complications. Ongoing patient education is paramount for compliance an...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Borkowski S

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tourette syndrome (TS) is a childhood-onset neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by multiple motor tics and at least one vocal or phonic tic, and often one or more comorbid psychiatric disorders. Premonitory sensory urges before tic execution and desire for "just-right" perception are central features. The pathop...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Serajee FJ,Mahbubul Huq AH

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The adoptive process can produce unusual stresses on the child, and biologic and adoptive parents, from prenatal to postnatal life, and through the various phases of physical and pscyhological development. Because of the possibility of these children and their families falling into the "at risk" category with greater ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Schechter MD,Holter FR

更新日期：1975-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thermodilution systems for the measurement of cardiac output constitute a reliable and relatively noninvasive method which is ideal for small patients, particularly infants and small children. Thermodilution is an important new advance in the monitoring of critically ill children in that it measures cardiac output dir...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Moodie DS

更新日期：1980-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human autoinflammatory diseases (except for the periodic fever, adenopathy, pharyngitis, aphthae syndrom) are a heterogeneous group of genetically determined diseases characterized by seemingly unprovoked inflammation, in the absence of autoimmune or infective causes. Tremendous advances in the understanding of these ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Padeh S

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abnormalities of occlusal development manifest themselves clinically as a need for orthodontic treatment. There are many circumstances in which there is an interaction between traditional pediatric concerns and occlusal abnormalities. In some cases medical treatment impacts on the development of occlusion. In other ca...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Smith RJ

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the second most common lethal genetic disorder in humans. With the advent of molecular genetic technology, the definition of this disease has been modified to include an abnormality of dystrophin in muscle--a dystrophinopathy. Accurate genetic counseling is possible using methods of dele...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Iannaccone ST

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As adolescents develop their sexual identities they are at risk for acquiring sexually transmitted diseases, unwanted pregnancies, and cervical dysplasia. As physical growth and development progress during adolescence, the risk of developing dysmenoorhea or adverse effects from exposure to diethylstilbestrol increase....

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Klein JR

更新日期：1980-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric hematologist/oncologists have a critical role in the diagnosis and management of patients who have complex vascular anomalies. They provide the clinical and medical skills needed to diagnose, treat, and manage these patients. Hematologist/oncologists also provide support for clinical trials and drug developm...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Adams DM,Wentzel MS

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article outlines and summarizes the rationale and the working process that was undertaken by the National Spina Bifida Program to address the issues of transitioning throughout the life course for persons growing up with spina bifida. Their challenges include achieving independent living, vocational independence,...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Thibadeau JK,Alriksson-Schmidt AI,Zabel TA

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deformities are abnormalities of shape or form caused by abnormal or imbalanced mechanical forces. In prenatal deformation, most infants are intrinsically normal and the deformation results from extrinsic constraining forces. Most prenatal deformities will resolve spontaneously or with the application of counteracting...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Dunne KB,Clarren SK

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Untreated sleep disturbances and sleep disorders pose significant adverse daytime consequences and place children at considerable risk for poor health outcomes. Sleep disturbances occur at a greater frequency in children with acute and chronic medical conditions compared with otherwise healthy peers. Sleep disturbance...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Lewandowski AS,Ward TM,Palermo TM

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Understanding of the types and frequency of errors among children in the outpatient setting is paramount. The most commonly described errors involve medical treatment, communication failures, patient identification, laboratory, and diagnostic errors. Research suggests that adverse events and near misses are frequent o...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Neuspiel DR,Stubbs EH

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is varied and remains controversial, which is likely because children with VUR have different risks for urinary tract infection or renal injury. Consequently, the treatment of VUR needs to be individualized based on the patient's characteristics. In this article, the autho...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Fonseca FF,Tanno FY,Nguyen HT

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are many conditions that produce chronic arthritis in childhood, including JRA. The pitfalls associated with proper diagnosis involve underrecognition, misrecognition, and overrecognition of symptoms and signs. ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Brewer EJ Jr

更新日期：1986-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three pediatric hand injury subtypes and their management have been presented. Finger tip injuries, while often minor and self-healing in children, may require surgical repair if the nailbed is disrupted or if there has been significant skin or pad loss from the tip. The decision between local repair and skin graft or...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Bennett JE

更新日期：1975-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article focuses on the current status of in utero catheter interventions for congenital heart disease. The discussion of fetal interventions for cardiac defects briefly reviews the evolution of approaches to congenital heart disease and issues surrounding the prenatal detection of cardiac defects, the rationale f...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Tworetzky W,Marshall AC

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Premature and unexpected death, especially in children, is tragic and very unacceptable. Effective treatments for sudden death of pediatric patients continue to emerge. Modern cardiopulmonary resuscitation function began with the widespread introduction of closed-chest cardiac massage in 1960; however, despite 35 year...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Goetting MG

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The last decade has seen an increase of interest in autism spectrum disorders (ASD). With the prevalence now approaching 1%, children with ASD are usually first evaluated by clinicians working in primary care, such as pediatricians and family practitioners. Although classic autism is easy to recognize, differentiating...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Nazeer A,Ghaziuddin M

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vasculitides are defined according to the vessel size involved, and they tend to affect certain organ systems. Pulmonary involvement is rare in the common childhood vasculitides, such as Kawasaki disease, IgA vasculitis (Henoch Schonlein purpura). On the other hand, lung involvement is common in a rare pediatric vascu...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Cuceoglu MK,Ozen S

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:ADHD is a highly prevalent condition with the core symptoms of functionally impairing limitations in sustained attention and impulsivity/overactivity. Other frequent symptoms include overemotionality or overreactivity, academic underachievement, low self-esteem, and interpersonal difficulties. The assessment for and d...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Mercugliano M

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The value of improved intrauterine diagnostic capability is unquestioned; however, as with all new technologic advancements, the problems created by this new diagnostic tool need review. This article examines some of the more critical of these difficulties. ...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Grupe WE

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Persistent microscopic hematuria in children is most often benign or untreatable. The evaluation of microscopic hematuria in an otherwise healthy child need not require invasive and costly laboratory studies. The initial evaluation must look for signs of life-threatening causes of hematuria, i.e., hypertension, edema,...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Lieu TA,Grasmeder HM 3rd,Kaplan BS

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this article we reviewed some of the important concepts and techniques of molecular biology applied to the study of lymphoid malignancies. Molecular biology is a tool for addressing certain basic research and clinical questions. It is also a key to the development of a new perspective in biology and medicine. For t...

journal_title：Pediatric clinics of North America

authors： Kirsch IR

更新日期：1988-08-01 00:00:00