Roller Coaster-Induced Subdural Hematoma in a Previously Healthy Teenager.

abstract：:Two children who presented with fever, rash, and hypotension were found to have group A beta hemolytic streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. These cases are reported to remind physicians who care for acutely ill children that exotoxin-producing streptococci can produce clinical features and multisystem failure similar t...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Janner D,Rutherford M,Azimi P

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Somatization is associated with increased health care use in adults. Whether mothers with somatic symptoms use more health care resources for their children has not been investigated. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to explore the association of maternal somatic symptoms and emergency department (ED) use. DESIG...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Dang AT,Ho M,Kroenke K,Grupp-Phelan J

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To increase the evidence base by characterizing various features of pediatric sports-related abdominal injuries. DESIGN:A review of the trauma database at The Children's Hospital at Westmead was undertaken for all abdominal injuries presenting to the emergency department between 2001 and 2006. SETTING:The C...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Noaman F,Lam LT,Soundappan SV,Browne GJ

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although National Asthma Guidelines recommend that emergency department (ED) physicians consider initiating controller medications, research suggests that this practice occurs infrequently. The goal of this study was to assess primary care pediatricians' (PCP) beliefs and attitudes regarding ED initiation of...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sampayo EM,McLoughlin RJ,Tsevdos D,Alam S,Zorc JJ

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study was carried out to determine the influence of telemedicine on management of facial lacerations in children. Proforma was designed, and information was collected retrospectively over a 4-month period. Of the 2524 telemedicine referrals, 27% (693/2524) were pediatric referrals. One hundred forty-five of these we...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Farook SA,Davis AK,Sadiq Z,Dua R,Newman L

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chlamydia trachomatis is a common cause of subacute, afebrile pneumonia with onset from 1 to 3 months of age. On physical examination, crepitant inspiratory rales are commonly heard. Infiltration is usually bilateral and interstitial; reticulonodular pattern and atelectasis have also been described, which distinct the...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Camlar SA,Babayigit A,Olmez D,Duman M,Makay B,Anal O,Uzuner N,Cakmakci H

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study is to evaluate cervical spine motion using 2 manual inline immobilization techniques with the use of a human simulator model. METHODS:Medical students, pediatric and family practice residents, and pediatric emergency medicine fellows were recruited to maintain cervical manual in line im...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： De Jesus CR,García Peña BM,Lozano JM,Maniaci V

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reexpansion pulmonary edema is a rare complication that may occur after drainage of pneumothorax or pleural effusion. A number of factors have been identified that increase the risk of developing reexpansion pulmonary edema, and pathophysiologic mechanisms have been postulated. Patients may present with radiographic f...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Hirsch AW,Nagler J

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Posttraumatic pseudoaneurysms are extremely rare in pediatric populations. In many cases, pseudoaneurysms may be confused with abscesses, epidermoid cysts, arteriovenous fistula, foreign objects, and ganglion cysts, as well as tumors. They are associated with distinguishing findings of "pulsatile mass, a palpable thri...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Gu A,Kam AJ

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Enterocolitis remains the most significant cause of morbidity and mortality in Hirschsprung disease (HD). It could progress into toxic megacolon (TM)-acute dilatation of the colon as accompanying toxic complication of Hirschsprung enterocolitis. It is a devastating complication, especially in infants with so...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Khasanov R,Schaible T,Wessel LM,Hagl CI

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The diagnosis of pulmonary thromboembolism (PE) is often delayed because it is usually misdiagnosed as pneumonia or deep vein thrombosis. We report an unusual case of PE misdiagnosed as viral pleuritis on the first arrival at the emergency department (ED) in our hospital. A 14-year-old girl with no previous significan...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Tetsuhara K,Tsuji S,Uematsu S,Kamei K

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 4-month-old infant with trisomy 21 is brought to the emergency department for breathing difficulty. Subsequently, he is diagnosed with a Morgagni diaphragmatic hernia. Tachypnea in an infant with trisomy 21 may be the result of diagnosis such as congenital heart disease, infectious processes, structural anomalies, o...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Marin J,Lopoo J

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study was to describe the frequency of invasive bacterial infections (IBIs) in young infants with skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) and the impact of IBI evaluation on disposition, length of stay (LOS), and cost. METHODS:This retrospective (2009-2014) cohort study used data from 3...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Foradori DM,Lopez MA,Hall M,Cruz AT,Markham JL,Colvin JD,Nead JA,Queen MA,Raphael JL,Wallace SS

更新日期：2018-08-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Effective leadership and teamwork are imperative during pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitations (CPR). The initial phase of pediatric CPR, termed the "first 5 minutes," has significant care delivery gaps in both leadership and team performance. The aim of the study was to describe the performance data of em...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Grimsley EA,Cochrane NH,Keane RR,Sumner BD,Mullan PC,OʼConnell KJ

更新日期：2019-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Clavicle fractures are a common injury among pediatric patients. Few data exist regarding specific etiologies and their management in the preadolescent patient. Our objective was to determine the specific source of injury and treatment techniques used in the youngest patient population. METHODS:Study Design...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Soto F,Fiesseler F,Morales J,Amato C

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening, severe, generalized, or systemic hypersensitivity reaction. The incidence of anaphylaxis is increasing especially in pediatric age. Our aim in this study was to investigate the knowledge and attitudes of the physicians on the diagnosis and treatment of anaphylaxis. METHODS:A questio...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Tuncel T,Sancakli O,Bag O,Cetin HS,Özdoğru EE

更新日期：2020-02-24 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the percentage of cases of epididymitis in pediatric patients that is of bacterial cause and to identify factors that predict a positive urine culture. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective chart review of patients diagnosed with acute epididymitis or epididymo-orchitis in 1 pediatric emergency ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Santillanes G,Gausche-Hill M,Lewis RJ

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Presented is a selective review of the toxicities of various plants, decorations, and miscellaneous items popularly used during the holiday season. Particularly hazardous agents include mistletoe, holly, bubble lights, fireplace flame colors, alkaline batteries, and mothballs. Specific questions regarding management o...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Baker MD

更新日期：1985-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Amitriptyline ingestion is an important cause of poisoning morbidity and mortality in Turkey and other countries. In contrast to adults, data concerning amitriptyline intoxication in children are limited. The purpose of this study was to investigate amitriptyline intoxication findings in the pediatric popula...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Kamasak T,Kader Ş,Mutlu M,Özkaya K,Erduran E,Orhan F,Dilber E,Kalyoncu M,Karagüzel G,Cakir M,Bahat E,Cansu A

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the utility of a simple scoring system as a predictor of obtaining a positive throat culture for group A streptococci (GAS). DESIGN:Prospective descriptive study. Scores were assigned prior to the availability of the results of throat cultures. SETTING:Emergency department and walk-in clinic of ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Wald ER,Green MD,Schwartz B,Barbadora K

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The unique characteristics of the pediatric population expose them to errors in the emergency department (ED) with few standard practices for the safety of care. Young children and high-acuity patients are at increased risk of adverse events both in the prehospital and ED settings. We provide an overview of the proble...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Barata IA,Benjamin LS,Mace SE,Herman MI,Goldman RD

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether Web-based teaching is at least as effective as traditional classroom didactic in improving the proficiency of pediatric novice learners in the image acquisition and interpretation of pneumothorax and pleural effusion using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). METHODS:We conducted a randomized ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Soon AW,Toney AG,Stidham T,Kendall J,Roosevelt G

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Literature demonstrates that pediatric residents are not graduating with procedural confidence and competency. This was confirmed with our own institution's Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and internal surveys. Our primary objective was to improve procedural confidence among pediatric re...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Price A,Greene HM,Stem CT,Titus MO

更新日期：2020-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Serum amylase can be elevated in various pathological conditions, but its primary application is as a biochemical test for the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. Acute gastroenteritis has not been widely recognized as a cause for hyperamylasemia and pancreatitis. METHODS:We describe a case of acute pancreatit...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Parri N,Innocenti L,Collini S,Bechi F,Mannelli F

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aims of the study were to describe sledding-related injuries among children requiring emergency treatment and assess the use of safety measures before and after these injuries. METHODS:This is a study of a consecutive series of patients treated for sledding-related injuries in the emergency department o...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Ortega HW,Shields BJ,Smith GA

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant hypertension due to autonomic dysfunction is a known complication of Guillain-Barré syndrome. We describe a child who presented with status epilepticus secondary to hypertensive encephalopathy who, in recovery, was found to be areflexic. Nerve conduction studies confirmed the clinical diagnosis of Guillain-B...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Abend NS,Bonnemann CG,Licht DJ

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is being used for clinical decision making with increasing frequency across a broad range of indications in pediatric emergency medicine (PEM). We present a series of 4 patients in whom POCUS was used to facilitate a diagnosis of perforated appendicitis. ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Azhdam DB,Marin JR

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediatric nonaccidental trauma (NAT) accounts for more than 1500 deaths annually and is a source of incalculable lifelong morbidity. Evidence-based NAT evaluation protocols are available; however, compliance studies are lacking. Here, we analyze the quality of implementation of a new NAT evaluation protocol....

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Esquivel A,Pastrana I,Marshall V,Lukefahr JL,Mitchell I

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric emergency physicians must have a high clinical suspicion for atlantoaxial rotatory subluxation (AARS), particularly when a child presents with neck pain and an abnormal head posture without the ability to return to a neutral position. As shown in the neurosurgical literature, timely diagnosis and swift initi...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Kinon MD,Nasser R,Nakhla J,Desai R,Moreno JR,Yassari R,Bagley CA

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Forearm fractures are common injuries in children. Displaced and angulated fractures usually require reduction. Ultrasound diagnosis and guided reduction offer several potential advantages: (1) the procedure does not involve ionizing radiation; (2) compared with fluoroscopy units, the newer ultrasound units ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Chen L,Kim Y,Moore CL

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00