Hemiscrotal agenesis: a novel phenotype of a rare malformation.

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:The study is part of a larger research programme on neonatal brain imaging in the trial element of which parents were randomised to receive prognostic information based upon either magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or ultrasound findings (ePrime study). The aim of this study was to investigate the strategies ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Redshaw ME,Harvey ME

更新日期：2016-02-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a major cause of mortality and long-term respiratory and neurological morbidity in very preterm infants. While survival rates of very preterm infants have increased over the past two decades there has been no decrease in the rate of BPD in surviving infants. Evidence from ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Collins CT,Gibson RA,Makrides M,McPhee AJ,Sullivan TR,Davis PG,Thio M,Simmer K,Rajadurai VS,N3RO Investigative Team.

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is increasing evidence that community acquired S. aureus infections are spreading among healthy children. Nasal colonization with S. aureus plays pivotal role in the increasing prevalence of resistant community acquired S. aureus infections worldwide. A regular surveillance system is important in ensur...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Pathak A,Marothi Y,Iyer RV,Singh B,Sharma M,Eriksson B,Macaden R,Lundborg CS

更新日期：2010-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypertension is an important health problem in China and raised blood pressure in children may lead to future hypertension. Accordingly we aimed to provide a reference blood pressure table for age, gender and height in Chinese children. METHODS:A reference sample of subjects was drawn from the Chinese Healt...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Yan W,Liu F,Li X,Wu L,Zhang Y,Cheng Y,Zhou W,Huang G

更新日期：2013-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The adiposity rebound is the second rise in body mass index that occurs between 3 and 7 years. An early age at adiposity rebound is known to be a risk factor for later obesity. The aim here is to clarify the connection between the age at rebound and the corresponding pattern of body mass index change, in cen...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Cole TJ

更新日期：2004-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:13q33-q34 microdeletions are rare chromosomal aberrations associated with a high risk of developmental disability, facial dysmorphism, cardiac defects and other malformation of organs. It is necessary to collect and report evidence of this rare chromosome mutation to improve the prognosis of this rare diseas...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： He X,Shen H,Fu H,Feng C,Liu Z,Jin Y,Mao J

更新日期：2020-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to summarize common pathogens and associated drug resistance in neonatal sepsis (NS). METHODS:Blood culture and drug sensitivity results from 96 NS cases treated from January 2010 to August 2014 were retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS:A total of 97 pathogenic bacteria were detected from the...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Dong H,Cao H,Zheng H

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is a common syndrome in children, related to their immune responses, cardiovascular function, and neurocognitive function. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of SDB among children in Wuxi, China, and to evaluate the protective and risk factors of SDB in children. M...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Guo Y,Pan Z,Gao F,Wang Q,Pan S,Xu S,Hui Y,Li L,Qian J

更新日期：2020-06-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While survival rates for preterm infants have increased, the risk for adverse long-term neurodevelopmental and behavioral outcomes remains very high. In response to the need for novel, evidence-based interventions that prevent such outcomes, we have assessed Family Nurture Intervention (FNI), a novel dual mo...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Welch MG,Hofer MA,Stark RI,Andrews HF,Austin J,Glickstein SB,Ludwig RJ,Myers MM,FNI Trial Group.

更新日期：2013-09-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most extremely low gestational age neonates (ELGANS, postmenstrual age at birth (PMA) < 28 completed weeks) require supplemental oxygen and experience frequent intermittent hypoxemic and hyperoxemic episodes. Hypoxemic episodes and exposure to inadequately high concentrations of oxygen are associated with an...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Maiwald CA,Niemarkt HJ,Poets CF,Urschitz MS,König J,Hummler H,Bassler D,Engel C,Franz AR,FiO2-C Study Group.

更新日期：2019-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adolescent communication with parents is paramount to reduce sexual health problems. Currently, there is a shortage of information on adolescent-parent communication in Ethiopia in general and study area in particular. Thus, this study is intended to determine adolescent-parent communication on sexual and re...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Kusheta S,Bancha B,Habtu Y,Helamo D,Yohannes S

更新日期：2019-01-07 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:Severe dehydration is generally believed to be a cause of significant hyperbilirubinemia in newborn babies. This study aimed to analyze the weight loss of healthy term newborn infants at 24, 48 and 72 hours after birth to predict significant hyperbilirubinemia at 72 hours. METHODS:From January 2007 to Decem...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Yang WC,Zhao LL,Li YC,Chen CH,Chang YJ,Fu YC,Wu HP

更新日期：2013-09-21 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:This study aimed to investigate intima-media thickness (IMT) of the common carotid arteries in children with acute Kawasaki disease (KD). METHODS:Between 2009 and 2011, patients fulfilling the criteria for KD, including a fever lasting >5 days, were prospectively enrolled in this study. Laboratory data, ech...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Wu TH,Kuo HC,Tain YL,Lin KM,Kuo HC,Chien SJ

更新日期：2014-04-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Childhood vaccinations have been shown to be effective in protecting children against vaccine-preventable diseases. The systematic investigation of the causes of incomplete immunization is critical for the full immunization and develop health system interventions to improve immunization coverage. To date, no...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Mekonnen AG,Bayleyegn AD,Ayele ET

更新日期：2019-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Care procedures for preventing neonatal diseases are carried out according to nurseries' traditions and may be not consistent with the evidence based medicine issues. METHODS:A multi-centric survey was conducted in 2 Regions located in NW Italy (Piedmont and Aosta Valley) in order to collect information on ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Guala A,Guarino R,Zaffaroni M,Martano C,Fabris C,Pastore G,Bona G,Neonatal Piedmont Group.

更新日期：2005-12-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several maternal health determinants during the first period of life of the child, as feeding practice, smoking habit and socio-economic level, are involved in early childhood health problems, as caries development. The potential associations among early childhood caries, feeding practices, maternal and envi...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Majorana A,Cagetti MG,Bardellini E,Amadori F,Conti G,Strohmenger L,Campus G

更新日期：2014-02-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has impacted the provision of health services in all specialties. We aim to study the impact of COVID-19 on the utilization of pediatric hospital services including emergency department (ED) attendances, hospitalizations, diagnostic categories and resource utilization in S...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Chong SL,Soo JSL,Allen JC Jr,Ganapathy S,Lee KP,Tyebally A,Yung CF,Thoon KC,Ng YH,Oh JY,Teoh OH,Mok YH,Chan YH

更新日期：2020-12-23 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:Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare genetic disorder that causes increased bone fragility. Living with, caring for, and parenting a child with OI are all highly demanding and challenging. This study is a temporal analysis of the impact of severe OI on the lives of young patients and their parents. METHOD...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Dogba MJ,Bedos C,Durigova M,Montpetit K,Wong T,Glorieux FH,Rauch F

更新日期：2013-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is an increasing need for parenting programs aimed at promoting parent-child interaction. A variety of interventions have been proposed. The use of audiovisual materials for parents has been shown to be effective but limited information is available on the optimal timing for its use, particularly for n...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Roia A,Paviotti E,Ferluga V,Montico M,Monasta L,Ronfani L,Tamburlini G

更新日期：2014-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：:Following publication of the original article [1], the authors reported that name that appeared in published online version is incorrect. ...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Yusuf A,Mamun ASMA,Kamruzzaman M,Saw A,Abo El-Fetoh NM,Lestrel PE,Hossain MG

更新日期：2019-07-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Randomized controlled trials (RCT) are required to test relationships between physical activity and cognition in children, but these must be informed by exploratory studies. This study aimed to inform future RCT by: conducting practical utility and reliability studies to identify appropriate cognitive outcom...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Fisher A,Boyle JM,Paton JY,Tomporowski P,Watson C,McColl JH,Reilly JJ

更新日期：2011-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Children initially hospitalized with severe anaemia in Africa are at high risk of readmission or death within 6 months after discharge. No intervention strategy specifically protects children during the post-discharge period. Recent evidence from Malawi shows that 3 months of post-discharge malaria chemoprev...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Gondwe T,Robberstad B,Mukaka M,Lange S,Blomberg B,Phiri K

更新日期：2018-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Daily pain and multi-site pain are both associated with reduction in work ability and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among adults. However, no population-based studies have yet investigated the prevalence of daily and multi-site pain among adolescents and how these are associated with respondent char...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Rathleff MS,Roos EM,Olesen JL,Rasmussen S

更新日期：2013-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Global Trigger Tool (GTT),which is a method using "triggers" to review medical record retrospectively to identify possible adverse events. Several studies showed that the GTT was effective. However, there were only a few localized trigger tools that had been established to detect pediatric adverse drug e...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Liu Y,Yan J,Xie Y,Bian Y

更新日期：2020-09-29 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:Existing literature shows that there is an inverse association between socioeconomic position and screen time among adolescents. What is less known is the mechanism behind these differences. The study aimed to explore individual, interpersonal and neighborhood environmental correlates of total screen time (T...

journal_title：BMC pediatrics

authors： Gebremariam MK,Henjum S,Terragni L,Torheim LE

更新日期：2020-06-05 00:00:00