Does extreme leukocytosis predict serious bacterial infections in infants in the post-pneumococcal vaccine era? The experience of a large, tertiary care pediatric hospital.

abstract：AIM:To explore effective interventions for child accidental injury prevention and to reduce the incidence of injury. METHODS:Cluster random sampling method was adopted, and children in 19 kindergartens in Henggang, Shenzhen and their parents were selected as the objects of study. Nineteen kindergartens were randomly d...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Wang H,Liu YX,Deng WJ,Yang WJ,Wang F

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oral phosphate preparations are used for constipation and bowel preparation in adults but with potential for fatal electrolyte disturbances. Use in children is not recommended due to similar concerns. We report a 7-week-old infant who received an over-the-counter oral phosphate preparation. He developed profound hypoc...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Hebbar K,Fortenberry JD,Parks JS

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify the source of acquisition of infant walkers and attitudes regarding the continuing use of walkers following an injury to an infant in order to design preventive strategies. DESIGN:Descriptive and retrospective. SETTING:Emergency department of a children's hospital involved in primary, secondary ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Morrison CD,Stanwick RS,Tenenbein M

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Head trauma is one of the most common reasons for pediatric emergency medicine department (PED) visits. Computerized tomography (CT) scan is considered the criterion standard for the diagnosis of traumatic brain injury but was shown to increases the risk of malignancies. METHODS:We retrospectively analyzed ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Fishman Y,Gross I,Hashavya S,Benifla M,Tenenbaum A,Rekhtman D

更新日期：2020-06-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the predictors of mortality in childhood heart failure (HF) in 2 tertiary hospitals. METHODS:A 51-month retrospective review of case notes of children with HF admitted into children's emergency rooms of 2 tertiary centers in Southern Nigeria was done. Bio-data and certai...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sadoh WE,Okperi B,Ikhurionan P,Monday P,Sadoh AE

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accessory spleen rupture may occur after blunt abdominal trauma or, more rarely, spontaneously. Although only few cases are described in adults, it is even more uncommon in children. We report the case of a 13-year-old boy with traumatic accessory spleen fracture. After a review of the literature, we discuss the diagn...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Chauvet E,Spyropoulou V,Anooshiravani-Dumont M,Sanchez O,Lacroix L

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to report an acute onset of symptoms erroneously attributed to serotonin syndrome in a child who had been given both anticholinergic and serotonergic agents. CASE SUMMARY:A 9-year-old girl with chronic anxiety and gastrointestinal problems was prescribed oral sertraline 6.25 mg dail...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Gerardi DM,Murphy TK,Toufexis M,Hanks C

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediatric trauma is a significant public health problem in resource-constrained settings; however, the epidemiology of injuries is poorly defined in Rwanda. This study describes the characteristics of pediatric trauma patients transported to the emergency department (ED) of the Centre Hospitalier Universitai...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Aluisio AR,Umuhire OF,Mbanjumucyo G,George N,Kearney A,Karim N,Nyinawankusi JD,Uwitonze E,Enumah S,Scott JW,Mutabazi Z,Ntakiyiruta G,Jayaraman S,Riviello R,Byiringiro JC,Levine AC

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine if the over-the-head 2-thumb encircling technique (OTTT) provides better overall quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation compared with conventional 2-finger technique (TFT) for a lone rescuer in the setting of infant cardiac arrest in ambulance. METHODS:Fifty medic...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Jo CH,Cho GC,Lee CH

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diaphragmatic hernia in pediatric emergency department poses a diagnostic challenge because of the acute or subtle timing of onset and the wide variety of clinical features. We describe 3 different late presentations of Bochdalek diaphragmatic hernia in a pediatric emergency department. These reports may help physicia...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Comberiati P,Giacomello L,Camoglio FS,Peroni DG

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tooth decay is common in US children, especially for children in low-income families. More than half of second-grade children have cavities. Therefore, root canal procedures are becoming more common in children. We report a case of a 2-year-old boy with a rare complication of a root canal procedure secondary to sodium...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Greene AE,Roosevelt GE,Grubenhoff JA,Klein U

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report an unusual case of deep vein thrombosis following minor trauma in an adolescent who presented with a swollen, tender, lower extremity. Work-up consisted of a venogram which demonstrated occlusion of the deep venous system in the proximal leg. The patient was hospitalized for intravenous heparin followed by o...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Berman DA,Norris RL,Crow T,Scatamacchia S

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Accurate rhythm identification is vital for appropriate shock delivery during pediatric resuscitation with an automated external defibrillator. Currently, extensive testing of pediatric algorithms is recommended. The aims of our study were to determine age-related differences in electrocardiographic (ECG) tracings in ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Rustwick BA,Atkins DL

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In September 2005, Texas Children's Hospital initiated a protocol for all neonates presenting to the emergency department (ED) with hyperbilirubinemia based on the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines. As part of the protocol, low-risk neonates with hyperbilirubinemia requiring phototherapy are treated ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Adekunle-Ojo AO,Smitherman HF,Parker R,Ma L,Caviness AC

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 6-year-old boy presented to the pediatric emergency department with a unilateral 5 × 3-cm superficial mass on the postauricular region growing for 1 month. Point-of-care ultrasound was used to evaluate the mass, which revealed a complex cystic mass penetrating the temporal bone. After confirmatory magnetic resonance...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Morgan B,Lau HL,Yellin S

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neonatal seizures are a potentially life-threatening pediatric problem with a variety of causes, such as birth trauma, asphyxia, congenital anomalies, metabolic disturbances, infections, and drug withdrawal or intoxication. Thorough and timely evaluations of such patients are necessary to identify and treat the underl...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Thornton MD,Chen L,Langhan ML

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intraosseous needle insertion and infusion is considered an easy and reliable method of achieving a vascular access in acute circulatory collapse where other methods have not been successful within reasonable time. Complications are considered few but may be serious. We present a case of a newborn girl, where intraoss...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Oesterlie GE,Petersen KK,Knudsen L,Henriksen TB

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infective uvulitis is a rare condition in children. In this report, we describe the case of a 4-year old-patient who presented a group A Streptococcus pharyngitis with uvulitis. No signs of epiglottitis were detected at nasal fibroscopy. She recovered rapidly with intravenous antibiotic therapy and 2 days of corticost...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： De Pieri C,Valentini E,Pusiol A,Passone E,Gamalero L,Cogo PE

更新日期：2020-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Early identification of children at risk for adverse outcomes is important. Serum bicarbonate is easily collected and widely available. We described the relationship between bicarbonate and adverse outcomes in children presenting to the emergency department (ED). METHODS:We conducted a retrospective cohort ...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Poonai N,Mainprize D,Travers C,Vivas LLY,Tryphonopoulos P,Sangha G,Arbeau R,Seabrook J,Miller M,Sarpal A,Lim R

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Interfacility transfers occur frequently and often involve critically ill patients. Clear communication at the time of patient referral is essential for patient safety. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this work was to study whether a standardized inter-emergency department (ED) transfer communication template f...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sahyoun C,Fleegler E,Kleinman M,Monuteaux MC,Bachur R

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the effect of adding a shared research nurse on patient enrollment in an ongoing clinical study. DESIGN:Before/after comparison of recruitment rates and consent rates involving patients eligible for a study of blood culture collection strategies for methods on the detection of bacteremia and deter...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Isaacman DJ,Reynolds EA

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although child abuse pediatricians are frequently asked to evaluate risk of abuse based on photographs, the effect of photographic quality on this process is presently unknown. Photographs of abused children are often taken by professionals without photographic training, and quality varies widely. This artic...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Melville JD,Lukefahr JL,Cornell J,Kellogg ND,Lancaster JL

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Each day, children incur more than 69,000 emergency department (ED) visits, with 58% to 82% of them for nonurgent reasons. The objectives of this study were to elicit and to describe guardians' and health professionals' opinions on reasons for nonurgent pediatric ED visits. METHODS:Focus groups sessions were...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Fieldston ES,Alpern ER,Nadel FM,Shea JA,Alessandrini EA

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascular access in young children frequently proves difficult in the prehospital setting. To assess the feasibility of training paramedics in the placement of intraosseous (IO) lines as an alternative to intravenous (IV) access, this pilot project studied a training program and treatment protocol for prehospital IO us...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Miner WF,Corneli HM,Bolte RG,Lehnhof D,Clawson JJ

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To obtain social and cultural data about factors affecting the development of Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMS-C) in La Paz, Bolivia. The points-of-view of potential consumers and providers were sought. METHODS:A Rapid Assessment Procedure (RAP) was conducted. RAP is a qualitative ethnographic te...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Goepp J,Chin NP,Malia T,Poordabbagh A

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of a 4-month-old girl referred to the emergency department with a provisional diagnosis of acute life-threatening event with a recent episode of heart block and a history of long-lasting fever. Soon after admission, the child suddenly deteriorated rapidly; she became pulseless with complete heart blo...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Diana MC,Villa G,Gattorno M,Ottonello G,Costabel S,Savioli C,DiPietro P

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the clinical course and determine the minimal observation period required following isopropanol ingestion in children. METHODS:The emergency department records of children less than 6 years of age with isopropanol ingestion who presented between June 1992 and December 1998 were identified. Demogr...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Stremski E,Hennes H

更新日期：2000-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of a six-year-old male who sustained a ventricular septal defect following blunt trauma to the chest. Traumatically acquired VSD is rare in children. The diagnosis is made by characteristic history and physical examination and confirmed by echocardiogram or cardiac catheterization. Treatment is medica...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Knapp JF,Sharma V,Wasserman G,Hoover CJ,Walsh I

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenteric cystic lymphangioma (MCL) is an uncommon, benign, slow-growing abdominal tumor that is derived from the lymphatic vessels (World J Gastroenterol. 2012;18:6328-6332, Radiographics. 1994;14:729-737). It is most often diagnosed in the head and neck of affected children. Rarely, a lymphangioma can develop withi...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Kurbedin J,Haines L,Levine MC,Dickman E

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but potentially fatal complication of the use of certain medications. It is being seen more often in the pediatric population because of the increasing use of both typical and atypical antipsychotics in children. Rapid recognition of NMS is important to emergency physicia...

journal_title：Pediatric emergency care

authors： Sridaran R,Nesbit CE

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00