Plasma natriuretic peptides in children and adolescents with obstructive sleep apnea and their changes following intervention.

abstract：:Epstein-Barr virus-associated T/natural killer-cell lymphoproliferative diseases (EBV-T/NK-LPDs) are a group of rare diseases resulting from ectopic infection of T or natural killer (NK) lymphocytes with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). EBV-T/NK-LPDs include chronic active EBV infection, EBV-associated hemophagocytic lymphoh...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Kimura H,Fujiwara S

更新日期：2019-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Anterior lens capsule vascularity (ALCV) is resorbed in the developing fetus from 27 to 35 weeks gestation. In this pilot study, we evaluated the feasibility and validity of combining smartphone ophthalmoscope videos of ALCV and image analysis for gestational age estimation. Methods: ALCV videos were cap...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Patel M,Mukherjee D,Farsiu S,Munoz B,Blood AB,Wilson CG,Griffin JB

更新日期：2019-02-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Intussusception is a common abdominal emergency in infancy and childhood, and the recurrence rate is reported to be up to 20%. Numerous potential risk factors for recurrence have been reported, although some of them are still controversial. Objective: The present study was conducted to identify the risk fa...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Ye X,Tang R,Chen S,Lin Z,Zhu J

更新日期：2019-04-16 00:00:00

abstract：:The COVID-19 crisis has pressured hospital-based care for children with high-risk asthma as they have become deprived of regular clinical evaluations. However, COVID-19 also provided important lessons about implementing novel directions for care. Personalized eHealth technology, tailored to the individual and the heal...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： van der Kamp MR,Tabak M,de Rooij SEJA,van Lierop PPE,Thio BJ

更新日期：2020-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Airway malacia (AM) is a weakness of the airway's frameworks making them collapsible during the respiratory phases. Although the larynx, trachea, and bronchus are the usual sites for malacia to occur, there is another important type of malacia that involves the pharynx. Pharyngomalacia (PM) or concentric p...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Moslehi MA

更新日期：2020-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Children younger than 2 years have an increased risk of complications associated with tuberculosis (TB) due to the immaturity of the innate and adaptive immune response. We aimed to identify TB clinical presentations and outcomes as well as risk factors for complications in this age group. Materials and ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Soriano-Arandes A,Brugueras S,Rodríguez Chitiva A,Noguera-Julian A,Orcau À,Martín-Nalda A,Millet JP,Vallmanya T,Méndez M,Coll-Sibina M,Mayol L,Clopés A,Pineda V,García L,López N,Calavia O,Rius N,Pérez-Porcuna TM,Soler

更新日期：2019-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on the results of a literature review regarding the indications and results of operations to increase bladder outlet resistance to achieve dryness in children with neurogenic sphincter incompetence (NSBD). The relative advantages and disadvantages of injection of bulking agents, periurethral slings, bladder ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Ludwikowski BM,Bieda JC,Lingnau A,González R

更新日期：2019-03-26 00:00:00

abstract：:The term osteopetrosis describes a group of rare hereditary diseases of the skeleton, characterized by an increase in bone density, caused by a defect in the development or function of osteoclasts. It comprises a clinically and genetically heterogeneous conditions ranging from infantile onset life-threatening forms to...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： di Palmo E,Gallucci M,Tronconi E,Bergamaschi R,Cazzato S,La Scola C,Ricci G,Pession A

更新日期：2018-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Compared to breast-fed (BF), formula-fed (FF) infants exhibit more rapid weight gain, a different fecal microbial profile, as well as elevated serum insulin, insulin growth factor 1 (IGF-1), and branched chain amino acids (BCAAs). Since infant formula contains more protein and lower free amino acids than b...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： He X,Sotelo-Orozco J,Rudolph C,Lönnerdal B,Slupsky CM

更新日期：2020-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic active Epstein-Barr virus infection (CAEBV) is one of the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive T- or NK-lymphoproliferative diseases. It is considered rare and geographically limited to Japan and East Asia. However, CAEBV is drawing international attention, and the number of case reported worldwide is increasing,...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Arai A

更新日期：2019-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Malignant brain tumors in infants less than 12 months of age are extremely rare, and they have poor prognosis. We evaluated genetic characteristics and response rates of infants with congenital brain tumors subjected to high-dose chemotherapy and autologous stem cell transplant after gross total tumor re...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Guidi M,Giunti L,Buccoliero AM,Santi M,Spacca B,De Masi S,Genitori L,Sardi I

更新日期：2020-04-09 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Early and non-invasive diagnosis of common diseases is of great importance in the care of preterm infants. We hypothesized that volatile organic compounds (VOC) can be successfully measured in the neonatal incubator atmosphere. Methods: This is a feasibility study to investigate whether the discrimination ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Steinbach J,Goedicke-Fritz S,Tutdibi E,Stutz R,Kaiser E,Meyer S,Baumbach JI,Zemlin M

更新日期：2019-06-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Acute respiratory infections with cough (ARIwC) contribute considerably to childhood morbidity, yet few studies have examined the cost of these illnesses among Australian children. Moreover, of the few studies that have, none are inclusive of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children, despite thi...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Lovie-Toon YG,McPhail SM,Au-Yeung YT,Hall KK,Chang AB,Vagenas D,Otim ME,O'Grady KF

更新日期：2018-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Impaired sleep is associated with negative effects on quality of life and daytime functioning. Higher rates of sleep disturbance are reported in children with various developmental disorders. However, little is known about sleep in children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD), a condition characte...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Wiggs L,Sparrowhawk M,Barnett AL

更新日期：2016-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Inborn errors of primary bile acid (BA) synthesis are rare autosomal recessive disorders responsible for 1-2% of cases of neonatal cholestasis. Among them, cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) is caused by mutations in the CYP27A1 gene resulting in the impairment of sterol 27-hydroxylase enzyme activity....

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Lipiński P,Klaudel-Dreszler M,Ciara E,Jurkiewicz D,Płoski R,Cielecka-Kuszyk J,Socha P,Jankowska I

更新日期：2021-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Hepatic arteriovenous fistula (HAVF) is an abnormal communication between the hepatic arteries and hepatic veins. This condition is treated mainly using interventional closure and surgery. However, these procedures are associated with many postoperative complications and high mortality. Propranolol and o...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Ba H,Xu L,Peng H,Lin Y,Li X,Qin Y,Wang H

更新日期：2020-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Background and Objective: Mild hypospadias is a birth congenital condition characterized by the relocation of the male urethral meatus from its typical anatomical position near the tip of the glans penis, to a lower ventral position up to the brim of the glans corona, which can also be accompanied by foreskin ventral ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Piñeyro-Ruiz C,Serrano H,Jorge I,Miranda-Valentin E,Pérez-Brayfield MR,Camafeita E,Mesa R,Vázquez J,Jorge JC

更新日期：2020-12-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatrics, among all the branches of medicine, is a sector not particularly affected by a high number of claims. Nevertheless, the economic value of the compensation is significantly high, for example, in cases of children who suffered multiple disabilities following perinatal lesions with a long life expectancy. In ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Bertozzi G,Maglietta F,Baldari B,Besi L,Torsello A,Di Gioia CRT,Sessa F,Aromatario M,Cipolloni L

更新日期：2020-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Survival of very-low-birth-weight infants is improving in neonatology and family-centered-care might contribute to premature infants' clinical outcomes. Aim: To evaluate a family-centered care intervention on clinical outcomes of very-low-birth-weight infants. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conduc...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Lv B,Gao XR,Sun J,Li TT,Liu ZY,Zhu LH,Latour JM

更新日期：2019-04-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Childhood asthma is actually defined as a heterogeneous disease, including different clinical variants and partially sharing similar immune mechanisms. Asthma management is mainly focused on maintaining the control of the disease and reducing the risk of adverse outcomes. Most children achieve good control with standa...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Licari A,Manti S,Castagnoli R,Marseglia A,Foiadelli T,Brambilla I,Marseglia GL

更新日期：2019-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Maternal diabetes mellitus (DM) increases the risk of fetal, neonatal, and long-term complications in offspring. Although this has been widely known for decades, data are limited regarding the effect of maternal pregestational and gestational diabetes on the subsequent neurodevelopmental outcome of offspri...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Lin CH,Lin WD,Chou IC,Lee IC,Hong SY

更新日期：2019-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Although most preterm infants breathe at birth, their respiratory drive is weak and supplemental oxygen is often needed to overcome hypoxia. This could in turn lead to hyperoxia. To reduce the risk of hyperoxia, currently an initial low oxygen concentration (21-30%) is recommended during stabilization at b...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Dekker J,Hooper SB,Giera M,McGillick EV,Hutten GJ,Onland W,van Kaam AH,Te Pas AB

更新日期：2019-05-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Current international guidelines strongly recommend catheter removal in case of S. aureus central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLASBI), but a catheter salvage strategy may be considered in children given age-related specificities. No data is available regarding the outcome of this strategy in c...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Alby-Laurent F,Lambe C,Ferroni A,Salvi N,Lebeaux D,Le Gouëz M,Castelle M,Moulin F,Nassif X,Lortholary O,Chalumeau M,Toubiana J

更新日期：2019-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: The objective of the study is to test whether the use of edible oil might be an early treatment strategy for reducing button battery-induced esophageal injury. Methods: A button battery was inserted into esophageal segments collected from pigs. The esophageal segments were randomly allotted to one of the fo...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Jia W,Zhang B,Xu G,Xie J,Wei H,Shan N,Wang Q,Yin W,Zhao W

更新日期：2020-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite distinct epidemiology and outcomes, pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (PARDS) is often managed based on evidence extrapolated from treatment of adults. The impact of non-pulmonary processes on mortality as well as the lower mortality rate compared to adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Yehya N,Thomas NJ

更新日期：2016-05-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Asthma is the most frequent chronic disease in children, and its pathogenesis involves genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors. The rapid rise in the prevalence of asthma registered over the last few decades has stressed the need to identify the environmental and modifiable factors associated with the developme...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Trambusti I,Nuzzi G,Costagliola G,Verduci E,D'Auria E,Peroni DG,Comberiati P

更新日期：2020-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Autosomal dominant hyper-IgE syndrome caused by mutations in the transcription factor STAT3 (AD-HIES) is characterized by a collection of immunologic and non-immune features including eczema, recurrent infections, elevated IgE levels, and connective tissue anomalies. We report the case of a Qatari child with a history...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Chaimowitz NS,Branch J,Reyes A,Vargas-Hernández A,Orange JS,Forbes LR,Ehlayel M,Purayil SC,Al-Nesf MA,Vogel TP

更新日期：2019-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：:[This corrects the article on p. 82 in vol. 5, PMID: 28484690.]. ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Tsabouri S,Mavroudi A,Feketea G,Guibas GV

更新日期：2017-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: In 2014 probiotic supplementation (Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium longum subspecies infantis; InfloranⓇ) was introduced as standard of care to prevent necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) in extremely preterm infants in Norway. We aimed to evaluate the influence of probiotics and antibiotic thera...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Esaiassen E,Hjerde E,Cavanagh JP,Pedersen T,Andresen JH,Rettedal SI,Støen R,Nakstad B,Willassen NP,Klingenberg C

更新日期：2018-11-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Puberty is a sensitive period of life characterized by the appearance of secondary sex characteristics which leads to a complete sexual maturation. It physiologically starts between the age of 8 and 13 years in girls and 9 and 14 years in boys. In the last two decades, several studies have showed that start of puberty...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Farello G,Altieri C,Cutini M,Pozzobon G,Verrotti A

更新日期：2019-05-08 00:00:00