CSF Surfactant Protein Changes in Preterm Infants After Intraventricular Hemorrhage.

abstract：:Ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T) is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by neurodegeneration, combined immunodeficiency, and oculocutaneous telangiectasia. The hyper-IgM phenotype of A-T, correlating with a class-switch recombination defect, IgG and IgA deficiency, T helper and B cell lymphopenia, immune dysregul...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Szczawińska-Popłonyk A,Ossowska L,Jończyk-Potoczna K

更新日期：2020-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: High parent education is protective against youth health risk behaviors such as tobacco use. According to the Minorities' Diminished Returns theory, however, higher parent education seems to exert less protection for the ethnic minority relative to the majority groups. Objectives: To explore ethnic differe...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Assari S,Boyce S,Caldwell CH,Bazargan M

更新日期：2020-08-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: In many patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) arterial blood flow to the arms is inhibited due to shunt surgery in infancy. This study investigates the handgrip strength of patients with CHD in regard to previous shunt procedures. Patients and Methods: Handgrip was evaluated in 424 patients with vari...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Müller J,Röttgers L,Neidenbach RC,Oberhoffer R,Ewert P,Hager A

更新日期：2018-09-06 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：:The burden of asthma in childhood is considerable worldwide, although some populations are much more affected than others. Many attempts have been made by different investigators to identify the factors that could predict asthma development or persistence in childhood. In this review, the relation between atopic sensi...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Moustaki M,Loukou I,Tsabouri S,Douros K

更新日期：2017-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Decreased respiratory muscle strength in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) may cause progressive exercise intolerance during cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), and may contribute to the development of chronic respiratory insufficiency. The aim of this study is to evaluate exercise tolerance during...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Sovtic A,Minic P,Markovic-Sovtic G,Trajkovic GZ

更新日期：2018-09-04 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：:Background: The MTUS1 gene encodes a microtubule-associated protein involved in multiple processes including cell polarity and microtubule balance during myocardial development. Aims: To investigate the association between a de novo c. 2617A->C mutation in MTUS1 (NM_001001924.2) and non-compaction of ventricular myoca...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Bai X,Zhou Y,Ouyang N,Liu L,Huang X,Tian J,Lv T

更新日期：2019-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a novel homozygous JAK3 mutation in two female Brazilian SCID infants from two unrelated kindreds. Patient 1 was referred at 2 months of age due to a family history of immunodeficiency and the appearance of a facial rash. The infant was screened for TRECs (T-cell receptor excision circles) and KRECs (kappa-d...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Barreiros LA,Segundo GRS,Grumach AS,Roxo-Júnior P,Torgerson TR,Ochs HD,Condino-Neto A

更新日期：2018-08-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: Empirical assessment of parental needs and affecting factors for counseling success after prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart disease (CHD). Methods:Counseling success after fetal diagnosis of CHD was assessed by a validated standardized questionnaire. The dependent variable "Effective Counseling" was m...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Kovacevic A,Simmelbauer A,Starystach S,Elsässer M,Müller A,Bär S,Gorenflo M

更新日期：2020-02-26 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: 11β-hydroxylase deficiency (11βOHD) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations in the CYP11B1 gene. It is characterized by virilization, hypertension, and significant final height impairment. In this study, we aim to investigate the clinical and molecular characteristics of four unrelated Ch...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Zhou Q,Wang D,Wang C,Zheng B,Liu Q,Zhu Z,Jia Z,Gu W

更新日期：2020-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: The incidence and the prevalence of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) are increasing, and healthcare utilization among children with EoE is high. This study provides novel insights into the health services and the treatments, including complementary medicines (CMs), used by carers to manage their children's E...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Hannan N,Steel A,McMillan SS,Tiralongo E

更新日期：2020-04-17 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：:Neonatal spinal cord injury is a rare complication of birth trauma by difficult delivery. The typical manifestations are often catastrophic, include decreased or absent movement, loss of reflexes, apnea or periodic breathing, and a lack of response to painful stimulation. The outcome is usually fatal or severe, with l...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Lee CC,Chou IJ,Chang YJ,Chiang MC

更新日期：2020-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Aim: The aim of this study was to present primary outcomes of autologous bone marrow mononuclear cell (BMMNC) transplantation to improve neurological sequelae in four children with intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) incidence during the neonatal period. Methods: GMFM88 and modified Ashworth score were used to assess motor ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Liem NT,Huyen TL,Huong LT,Doan NV,Anh BV,Anh NTP,Tung DT

更新日期：2020-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Pakistan is still fighting to overcome vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD). The vaccination coverage in rural children remains unsatisfactory amid various barriers including price, hesitancy, and low level of awareness. COVID-19 has decreased the immunization rate in Pakistan due to restricted movements, shortage of va...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Khan A,Bibi A,Sheraz Khan K,Raza Butt A,Alvi HA,Zahra Naqvi A,Mushtaq S,Khan YH,Ahmad N

更新日期：2020-12-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: To examine the understanding of the concept peak oxygen uptake (peak VO2) among children and adolescents at different ages from a developmental perspective. Methods: A total of 549 children and adolescents aged 8 to 16 were recruited and instructed to fill in a 20-item Peak VO2Understanding Inventory develo...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Wong SWL,Yu CCW,Li AM

更新日期：2021-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Cystic kidney diseases comprise a varied collection of hereditary disorders, where renal cysts comprise a major element of their pleiotropic phenotype. In pediatric patients, the term polycystic kidney disease (PKD) commonly refers to two specific hereditary diseases, autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARP...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Sweeney WE Jr,Avner ED

更新日期：2017-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Animal models provide convenient and clinically relevant tools in the research on neurodegenerative diseases. Studies on developmental disorders extensively rely on the use of laboratory rodents. The present mini-review proposes an alternative translational model based on the use of fetal bovine brain tissue. The bovi...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Peruffo A,Cozzi B

更新日期：2014-07-10 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Placenta shows high transcription levels of human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs) that are overexpressed during embryonic and fetal development. Methods: In order to gather further information on the degree of HERV activation in maternal and fetal tissues we assessed the transcription levels of pol genes o...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Bergallo M,Marozio L,Botta G,Tancredi A,Daprà V,Galliano I,Montanari P,Coscia A,Benedetto C,Tovo PA

更新日期：2020-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Mutations in the contactin-associated protein-like 2 (CNTNAP2) gene (MIM#604569) encoding for CASPR2, a cell adhesion protein of the neurexin family, are known to be associated with autism, intellectual disability, and other neuropsychiatric disorders. A set of intronic deletions of CNTNAP2 gene has also...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Falsaperla R,Pappalardo XG,Romano C,Marino SD,Corsello G,Ruggieri M,Parano E,Pavone P

更新日期：2020-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：:Vascular tumors in pediatric patients are an important entity for the clinician to recognize and correctly diagnose. They may present at birth or develop at any point during infancy, childhood, or adolescence. Most are benign, but even benign lesions may have significant morbidity without proper intervention. Malignan...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Hinen HB,Trenor CC 3rd,Wine Lee L

更新日期：2020-10-22 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：:Objective: To identify postnatal risk factors for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) development in preterm infants with gestational age ≤32 weeks. Methods: Seventy-two preterm infants(30 with BPD and 42 non-BPD controls) admitted in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of the Children's Hospital of Soochow Universit...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Ding L,Wang H,Geng H,Cui N,Huang F,Zhu X,Zhu X

更新日期：2020-06-26 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：:Introduction: Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) is a severe hepatorenal disorder of childhood. Early renal disease in ARPKD may require renal replacement therapy and is associated with failure to thrive resulting in a need for nasogastric tube feeding or gastrostomy. In ARPKD patients, the benefit ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Burgmaier K,Brandt J,Shroff R,Witters P,Weber LT,Dötsch J,Schaefer F,Mekahli D,Liebau MC

更新日期：2018-06-04 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：:The use of prolonged respiratory support under the form of high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) or nasal continuous positive airway pressure (nCPAP) is frequent in newborn infants. Introduction of oral feeding under such nasal respiratory support is, however, highly controversial among neonatologists, due to the fear that i...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Samson N,Nadeau C,Vincent L,Cantin D,Praud JP

更新日期：2018-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Adolescents and young adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) show a range of memory deficits, which can dramatically impact their clinical outcomes and quality of life. However, few studies have identified predictors of these memory changes. The purpose of this investigation was to identify predictors ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Pike NA,Woo MA,Poulsen MK,Evangelista W,Faire D,Halnon NJ,Lewis AB,Kumar R

更新日期：2016-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Sensory processing difficulties are common among many special needs children, especially those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The sensory sensitivities often result in interference of daily functioning and can lead to social isolation for both the individual and family unit. A quality improvement (QI) project wa...

journal_title：Frontiers in pediatrics

authors： Kong M,Pritchard M,Dean L,Talley M,Torbert R,Maha J

更新日期：2017-09-15 00:00:00