Common carotid artery intima-media thickness is useful for diagnosis of the acute stage of Kawasaki disease.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cytomegalovirus [CMV] is a causative agent of congenital infection worldwide and often leads to neurological deficits and hearing loss in newborns. Infants born with symptomatic congenital Cytomegalovirus infection [cCMV] are at significant high risk for developing adverse long-term outcomes. In this study, ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Sarkar A,Das D,Ansari S,Chatterjee RP,Mishra L,Basu B,Ghosh SK,Bhattacharyay M,Chakraborty N

更新日期：2019-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ascaris lumbricoides infections are one of the commonnest intestinal nematode infections in the world, with a profound negative effect on nutritional status among underprivileged populations. In Sri Lanka, Ascaris infections and low nutritional status still persist in the plantation sector. However, research...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Galgamuwa LS,Iddawela D,Dharmaratne SD

更新日期：2018-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clostridium perfringens forms part of the human gut microbiota and has been associated with life-threatening necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) in premature infants. Whether specific toxigenic strains are responsible is unknown, as is the extent of diversity of strains in healthy premature babies. We investigat...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Shaw AG,Cornwell E,Sim K,Thrower H,Scott H,Brown JCS,Dixon RA,Kroll JS

更新日期：2020-02-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Achievement of target blood concentrations of cyclosporine (CsA) early after transplantation is known to be highly effective for reducing the incidence of acute graft versus host disease (aGVHD). However, no research has been conducted for predicting aGVHD occurrence with low CsA concentrations at different ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Chung EK,Yee J,Kim JY,Gwak HS

更新日期：2020-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Childhood is an important period for developing maturity in thinking. Accumulating evidence shows the association between physical activity and cognitive function. Although both the intelligence quotient and emotional quotient have been reported to be associated with physical activity, there is a limited amo...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Piya-Amornphan N,Santiworakul A,Cetthakrikul S,Srirug P

更新日期：2020-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal sepsis is one of the most important causes of mortality in developing countries and yet the most preventable. In developing countries clinical algorithms are used to diagnose clinical neonatal sepsis because of inadequate microbiological services. Most information on incidence and risk factors of ne...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Kayom VO,Mugalu J,Kakuru A,Kiguli S,Karamagi C

更新日期：2018-11-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-Hispanic black (NHB) infants are twice as likely as non-Hispanic white infants to experience rapid weight gain in the first 6 months, yet few trials have targeted this population. The current study tests the efficacy of "Mothers & Others," a home-based intervention for NHB women and their study partners ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Wasser HM,Thompson AL,Suchindran CM,Goldman BD,Hodges EA,Heinig MJ,Bentley ME

更新日期：2020-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal mortality remains a serious global public health problem, but Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), in particular, is largely affected. Current evidence on neonatal mortality is essential to inform programs and policies, yet there is a scarcity of information concerning neonatal mortality in our study area. The...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Alebel A,Wagnew F,Petrucka P,Tesema C,Moges NA,Ketema DB,Yismaw L,Melkamu MW,Hibstie YT,Temesgen B,Bitew ZW,Tadesse AA,Kibret GD

更新日期：2020-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prompt initiation of empiric therapy is common practice in case of suspected meningitis or encephalitis. However, in children the most common pathogens are viruses that usually do not require and are not covered by the applied anti-infective treatment. Novel multiplex PCR (mPCR) panels provide rapid on-site ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Hagen A,Eichinger A,Meyer-Buehn M,Schober T,Huebner J

更新日期：2020-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children with longstanding use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are susceptible to developing low bone mineral density and an increased fracture risk. However, the literature regarding the effects of AEDs on growth in epileptic children is limited. The aim of this study was to investigate the potential effects ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Lin CM,Fan HC,Chao TY,Chu DM,Lai CC,Wang CC,Chen SJ

更新日期：2016-05-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The studies on dietary intake in Polish children are sparse and the information about dietary intake in 6-year-olds in Europe is limited. The published studies on dietary intake in children rarely provide information on the intake of animal protein, plant protein and water. The purpose of the study was to an...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Merkiel S

更新日期：2014-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rapid weight gain (RWG) in infants is associated with overweight and obesity in childhood and beyond, highlighting the need for early intervention. METHODS:Data from a birth cohort of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children living in an urban area were analysed to determine the prevalence ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Denney-Wilson E,Fatema K,Elcombe E,Ingram S,Harris M,Comino E

更新日期：2020-05-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Donor human milk (DHM) is the best alternative for preterm infants when their own mother's milk is unavailable. DHM should be pasteurized to guarantee microbiological safety; however, this process can influence the macronutrient content. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of Holder pasteuriz...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Piemontese P,Mallardi D,Liotto N,Tabasso C,Menis C,Perrone M,Roggero P,Mosca F

更新日期：2019-02-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Late preterm birth accounts for 70 % of all preterm births. While the impact of feeding problems in very preterm infants has been widely investigated, data on late preterm infants' feeding issues are scarce. The aim of the present study was to investigate the need of nutritional support during hospital stay ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Giannì ML,Roggero P,Piemontese P,Liotto N,Orsi A,Amato O,Taroni F,Morlacchi L,Consonni D,Mosca F

更新日期：2015-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite the need to identify the causes of disparities in childhood obesity, the existing epidemiologic studies of early life risk factors have several limitations. We report on the construction of the Linked CENTURY database, incorporating CENTURY (Collecting Electronic Nutrition Trajectory Data Using Recor...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Hawkins SS,Gillman MW,Rifas-Shiman SL,Kleinman KP,Mariotti M,Taveras EM

更新日期：2016-03-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aims to describe the predictive factors of severe obesity in children followed in French Guiana. METHODS:In this observational study, the patients from the French Guianese Childhood Obesity Group database were prospectively included, after giving a statement of patient's non opposition. RESULTS:...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Njuieyon F,Cuadro-Alvarez E,Martin E,Lachaume N,Mrsic Y,Henaff F,Maniassom C,Defo A,Elenga N

更新日期：2018-06-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increased survival of extremely low birth infants due to advances in antenatal and neonatal care has resulted in a population of infants at high risk of developing retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Therapeutic interventions include the use of antenatal and postnatal steroids however, their effects on the sev...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Karna P,Muttineni J,Angell L,Karmaus W

更新日期：2005-06-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Asthma is a serious global health problem and its prevalence is increasing, especially among children. It represents a significant social and economic burden, and it can severely affect the health-related quality of life (HRQL) of patients. Among the numerous questionnaires aiming at evaluating asthma HRQL i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Ricci G,Dondi A,Baldi E,Bendandi B,Giannetti A,Masi M

更新日期：2009-05-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Provision of optimal nutrition in children in critical care is often challenging. This study evaluated exclusive enteral nutrition (EN) provision practices and explored predictors of energy intake and delay of EN advancement in critically ill children. METHODS:Data on intake and EN practices were collected ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Mara J,Gentles E,Alfheeaid HA,Diamantidi K,Spenceley N,Davidson M,Young D,Gerasimidis K

更新日期：2014-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intestinal lymphangiectasia is a rare disease. Thus, prospective studies are impossible, and therapy is still controversial. Several medicines are suggested for treatment but there are no existing indications for drug choice and treatment guidelines. We aimed to introduce the action mechanism of each drug an...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Kwon Y,Kim ES,Choe YH,Kim MJ

更新日期：2021-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Screening for elevated serum alanine aminotransferase (ALAT) can help identifying individuals at the risks of chronic and metabolic diseases, but blood collection is invasive and cannot be widely used for investigations. Considered as simple and inexpensive screening indices, individual characteristics and a...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Ou YL,Lai YR,Jiang CN,Zhang J,Ding Z

更新日期：2020-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The influence of socio-economic determinants on choice of infant male circumcision provider is not known in areas with high population coverage such as rural Africa. The overall aim of this study was to determine the key socio-economic factors which influence the choice of infant male circumcision provider i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Gyan T,McAuley K,Strobel N,Newton S,Owusu-Agyei S,Edmond K

更新日期：2017-08-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although adolescent spinal pain increases the risk for chronic back pain in adulthood, most adolescents can be regarded as healthy. The aim of the present study was to provide data on localization, intensity and frequency of adolescent spinal pain and to investigate which physical and psycho-social parameter...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Wirth B,Humphreys BK

更新日期：2015-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dyslipidemia is reported in 27 - 43% of children and adolescents with overweight/obesity and tracks into adulthood, increasing the risk of cardiovascular morbidity. Cut-off values for fasting plasma lipid concentrations are typically set at fixed levels throughout childhood. The objective of this cross-secti...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Nielsen TRH,Lausten-Thomsen U,Fonvig CE,Bøjsøe C,Pedersen L,Bratholm PS,Hansen T,Pedersen O,Holm JC

更新日期：2017-04-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Approximately 13% of Canadian mothers report difficulty accessing health care for their infants, yet little is known about the factors associated with difficulty. Therefore, we examined factors associated with difficulty accessing non-routine health care for Canadian infants, from birth to 14 months of age, ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Brandon AD,Costanian C,El Sayed MF,Tamim H

更新日期：2016-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To construct birth weight charts for the Chongqing municipality, China and to identify whether differences in birth weight exist across urban/rural populations, thereby warranting separate charts. METHODS:Secondary analysis of routinely collected data from 338,454 live infants between 2014 and 2017 in Chong...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Zhao X,Xia Y,Zhang H,Baker PN,Norris T

更新日期：2019-11-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent research published in this journal highlighted the issue of the high content of aluminium in infant formulas. The expectation was that the findings would serve as a catalyst for manufacturers to address a significant problem of these, often necessary, components of infant nutrition. It is critically i...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Chuchu N,Patel B,Sebastian B,Exley C

更新日期：2013-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is increasing evidence that tight blood glucose (BG) control improves outcomes in critically ill adults. Children show similar hyperglycaemic responses to surgery or critical illness. However it is not known whether tight control will benefit children given maturational differences and different diseas...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Macrae D,Pappachan J,Grieve R,Parslow R,Nadel S,Schindler M,Baines P,Fortune PM,Slavik Z,Goldman A,Truesdale A,Betts H,Allen E,Snowdon C,Percy D,Broadhead M,Quick T,Peters M,Morris K,Tasker R,Elbourne D

更新日期：2010-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although numerous evidence-based and feasible interventions are available to treat pain from childhood vaccine injections, evidence indicates that children are not benefitting from this knowledge. Unrelieved vaccination pain puts children at risk for significant long-term harms including the development of n...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Taddio A,Shah V,Leung E,Wang J,Parikh C,Smart S,Hetherington R,Ipp M,Riddell RP,Sgro M,Jovicic A,Franck L

更新日期：2013-02-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Systematic reviews are key tools to enable decision making by healthcare providers and policymakers. Despite the availability of the evidence based Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA-2009 and PRISMA-P 2015) statements that were developed to improve the transparency and...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Farid-Kapadia M,Askie L,Hartling L,Contopoulos-Ioannidis D,Bhutta ZA,Soll R,Moher D,Offringa M

更新日期：2017-03-06 00:00:00