Mastoiditis mimicry: retro-auricular cellulitis related to otitis externa.

abstract：:Children with ventilator assistance have been supported in living at home since 1981 when parental advocacy ushered in a change to Medicaid policy. As the population of children who use medical technology such as long-term ventilation increases, we must critically evaluate our systems for preparing families for home l...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Sobotka SA,Agrawal RK,Msall ME

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preparation for pediatric pulmonary emergencies in the office setting includes adequate training for all medical staff, properly sized and working equipment, and medications to help alleviate respiratory distress when indicated. Status asthmaticus, viral bronchiolitis, and croup account for the vast majority of respir...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Fallot A

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cultural health beliefs and practices often affect accuracy of diagnoses, health care delivery, and treatment plan adherence, which can lead to health disparity. However, the effect of these belief systems, and acceptance of health care provider recommendations is not commonly discussed. As the proportion of patients ...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Mandlik N,Kamat D

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common pediatric condition that often goes undiagnosed. The genetics and pathophysiology of this sensorimotor condition are still not well understood. RLS can affect any part of the body, but the thighs and calves are the most commonly affected. Because of unpleasant sensations caused...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Howard H,Kamat D

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common complaint among adolescent girls. It reflects an abnormal volume of blood loss during the menstrual cycle. Abnormal uterine bleeding can manifest as HMB but includes menstrual irregularity. In many cases, immaturity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis or hormonal condi...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Davila J,Alderman EM

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immune status during pregnancy is an important consideration, and all women who are pregnant should be screened for immunity to certain diseases. Women who are pregnant are at higher risk of contracting infections, and many infections can cause serious problems for a growing fetus. For this reason, remaining up-to-dat...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Khan L

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood pressure measurements should be taken at intervals on all children. At the very least, blood pressure measurements should be recorded on school and hospital admission. Once obtained, the pressure should be compared to established normals. If the pressure is repeatedly high, hypertension may be diagnosed and a ca...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Hohn AR

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Child healthcare sits between two worlds: in the past, with a focus on the prevention and treatment of infectious and chronic disease and the current more expansive view of child health and our role in child health promotion. As a result, disagreements concerning the evidence basis for our work have also arisen. Clini...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Sege RD,De Vos E

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Children begin ballet lessons as young as age 2 years. The graceful movements of classical ballet require a combination of artistry, flexibility, and strength to perform. During the training and development of a young ballerina, the transition to dancing en pointe ("on the toes") represents a significant milestone and...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Lai JC,Kruse DW

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Youth with anxiety often present to their pediatricians with a chief complaint of physical symptoms without any mention of anxiety or worry. Even in the absence of reported symptoms of anxiety in such presentations, screening for an anxiety disorder as the potential source of the somatic complaints should be pursued. ...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Dillon-Naftolin E

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venomous bites and stings are complex poisonings that have local and systemic effects. Mild envenomations can be treated with supportive care. Severe envenomations can be treated definitively with species-specific antivenom, although the use of these products has potential risk of immediate and a more delayed onset fo...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Holve S

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Traditionally, nutritional risk has been defined by growth failure, with clinical intervention indicated when a child falls below the third to fifth percentile on growth charts. Although the velocity of linear growth and weight gain during the first years are unparalleled at any other time of life, this period is also...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Murray RD

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Children presenting with hypertension should be considered for emergency treatment when there is evidence of end-organ toxicity. Complications of extreme hypertension may be very serious, even life threatening, with the potential for life-long sequelae. Of greatest significance is damage to the central nervous system....

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Groshong T

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insufficient sleep duration and poor sleep quality are common among adolescents. The multidimensional causes of insufficient sleep duration and poor sleep quality include biological, health-related, environmental, and lifestyle factors. The most common direct consequence of insufficient and/or poor sleep quality is ex...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Hansen SL,Capener D,Daly C

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of emergent surgery in children. Historically, surgical dogma dictated emergent appendectomy due to concern for impending perforation. Recently, however, there has been a paradigm shift in both the understanding of its pathophysiology as well as its treatment to more nonoper...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Mak GZ,Loeff DS

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This discussion addresses the questions of the parinatal, neonatal, and infant health and development of children born to adolescent mothers as related to other biologic and social factors. Medical and legislative plans for adolescent mothers and their infants must be based on assessment of both mortality and morbidi...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Merritt TA,Lawrence RA,Naeye RL

更新日期：1980-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Good medical practices can significantly reduce the possibility of diversion and misuse of the stimulants commonly prescribed to treat ADHD. While the problems of misuse and abuse are real, they should not become a barrier to appropriate use of these medicines, which are safe and effective for the large majority of pa...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Croft HA

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Upper-extremity fractures account for more than half of childhood bony injuries. The frequency of injury increases with increasing mobility. The most common mechanism is a fall on an outstretched hand while playing. Optimal management requires knowledge of the normal anatomy and variants unique to pediatric bones. The...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Arora R,Fichadia U,Hartwig E,Kannikeswaran N

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many viral infections exhibit cutaneous lesions. Recognition of the exanthems associated with these infections and the broader clinical scenarios in which they occur can lead to more rapid diagnosis and appropriate treatment for affected patients. ...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Dyer JA

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute nonlymphoid leukemia (ANLL) is not an uncommon form of leukemia in children. The differential diagnosis is sometimes difficult, but there are a number of laboratory tests that can contribute useful information. Despite the introduction of several newer chemotherapeutic agents, only 50 to 60 percent of children w...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Necheles TF

更新日期：1978-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:CLOCC may be useful as a model for local, cooperative, overweight-prevention efforts that involve researchers, clinicians, and public health advocates in complementary and shared work. It employs an ecological approach and is guided by an understanding of critical periods in the development of overweight in childhood....

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Longjohn MM

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common inflammatory skin condition in pediatric patients. AD has long been associated with comorbidities including food allergies, asthma, and allergic rhinitis, but recent literature has expanded this list to include attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and depression. AD has tr...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： de la O-Escamilla NO,Sidbury R

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Practitioners involved with the medical care of active children often are called on for advice regarding physical activity recommendations in children and adolescents who are ill. This article has covered many general and specific guidelines to be considered when counseling children and their parents. Recommendations ...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Noffsinger J

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Until worldwide eradication of poliomyelitis is achieved, vaccination with poliovirus vaccines is the only means for providing population and individual immunity to polioviruses. The ACIP, AAP, and AAFP support the global poliomyelitis eradication initiative, and have recommended a transition policy that will increase...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Prevots DR,Strebel PM

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autistic disorder is a developmental disorder, the course of which grows out of the interaction of a chronic brain syndrome with the changes of maturation and development and a patchwork of habilitative programs. Definitive intervention awaits better definition through neuroanatomic and neurobehavioral studies. Invest...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Levitas A

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection in the newborn carries a high mortality rate and can result in lifelong neurologic impairment. The severity of HSV infection in the newborn has always dictated conservative management when prodromal symptoms or active genital lesions (or those suggestive of genital herpes) are pres...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Chua C,Arnolds M,Niklas V

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vaccine discussions are an important part of the general pediatrician's day. The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, in particular, has been slow to gain acceptance by the general public. It has recently gained momentum (both positive and negative) on social media, which has led to an increase in questions and concern...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Khan L

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric ED patients now have a wide variety of options to help relieve the pain and apprehension associated with an ED visit. Safe and effective management of these children has become a priority in properly staffed and equipped EDs throughout the country. ...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Sacchetti A,Cravero J

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatricians may advise parents that diarrhea is a frequent occurrence among infants and toddlers in day care and that diarrhea is usually mild and self-limited. A child newly enrolled in a day-care facility is at a particularly high risk for developing a diarrheal illness within the first month after enrollment, but...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Morrow AL,Townsend IT,Pickering LK

更新日期：1991-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Children in the United States are exposed to a variety of traumatic events. Psychosocial sequelae to these events vary in their nature and severity. PTSD is a common, debilitating response to traumatic events that may alter the normal developmental course for children. Risk and protective factors in the development of...

journal_title：Pediatric annals

authors： Brown EJ

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00