abstract：BACKGROUND:Over the years the need for surgical treatment, timing of intervention, and the type of surgical approach have been discussed, but the treatment of congenital lung malformations remains controversial. The aim of this study was to compare the thoracotomy approach with the thoracoscopic technique by evaluating...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Mattioli G,Pio L,Disma NM,Torre M,Sacco O,Pistorio A,Zanaboni C,Montobbio G,Barra F,Ramenghi LA

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nonketotic hyperglycinemia (NKH) is a rare, inherited disease, with very poor outcome. It is difficult to confirm the diagnosis due to nonspecific presentations and rapid progression. The incidence was reported in a few countries. We report the clinical and genetic features of typical neonatal NKH with novel...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chiu CF,Lin JL,Lin JJ,Tseng MH,Lo FS,Chiang MC

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Methanol poisoning is rare in the pediatric population, but a delay in diagnosis and intervention may cause severe morbidity and mortality. The current therapy for methanol poisoning is ethanol or fomepizole, which acts as a competitive inhibitor of hepatic alcohol dehydrogenase to inhibit the production of toxic meta...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chen TH,Kuo CH,Huang CT,Wang WL

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rankings of infant mortality rates are commonly cited international comparisons to assess the health status of individual countries. We compared the infant mortality rate of Taiwan with those of European countries for 2004 according to two definitions. METHODS:First, the countries were ranked on the basis o...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Liang FW,Lu TH,Wu MH,Lue HC,Chiang TL,Huang YL,Chen LH

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Screening for infectious diseases in newborns using immunoglobulin (Ig)A-, IgM-, and IgE-specific antibodies is expensive and impractical. To determine if total levels of these Igs can be used for screening purposes, thus simplifying the process, their basic levels in the 1(st) month of extrauterine life nee...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Pineda-Martínez S,Hernández-Islas JL,Escobedo-Torres MP,Paredes-Alonzo IE,López-Candiani C,Correa D,Vela-Amieva M

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) is a rare hematologic malignancy in children. Its presentations include anemia, thrombocytopenia, monocytosis, skin rash, marked hepatomegaly, and/or splenomegaly. Fever and respiratory involvement are common. Here, we report a case of a premature neonate with initial symptoms o...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Lee ML,Yen HJ,Chen SJ,Hung GY,Tsao PC,Soong WJ

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) appears to have increased dramatically over the past decades. It is generally believed that such rapid increase in prevalence cannot be explained fully by genetic factors. Environmental factors might play a role in such an increment. Children with AD are most likely to suffer c...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Wang IJ,Wang JY,Yeh KW

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We aimed to study the changes of serum N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic to peptide (NT-proBNP) levels after asphyxia-induced myocardial injury in children and explore the relationship between serum NT-proBNP levels and neonatal asphyxia. METHODS:One hundred and six cases of neonatal asphyxia were randomly s...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Zhu R,Nie Z

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Domperidone has been widely used in children with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Studies on the effects of domperidone on corrected QT interval (QTc) in young children are limited. Our aim was to study the effect of domperidone on the repolarization abnormalities assessed by electrocardiogram (ECG) ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Ngoenmak T,Treepongkaruna S,Buddharaksa Y,Khositseth A

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a recently discovered respiratory pathogen of the family Paramyxoviridae, the same family as that of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Premature children are at high risk of severe RSV infections, however, it is unclear whether HMPV infection is more severe in hospitalized ch...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Pancham K,Sami I,Perez GF,Huseni S,Kurdi B,Rose MC,Rodriguez-Martinez CE,Nino G

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lenticulostriate vasculopathy is associated with various disorders, in particular cytomegalovirus infection, which can cause neurological consequences. We wanted to evaluate the association of lenticulostriate vasculopathy and cytomegalovirus infection. We retrospectively collected data on lenticulostriate v...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hong SY,Yang JJ,Li SY,Lee IC

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The survival of children with malignant germ cell tumor (GCT) increased over the past 2 decades with platinum-based chemotherapy. This report has three objectives: (1) comparison of PVB (cisplatin, vinblastine, and bleomycin) with JEB (carboplatin, etoposide, and bleomycin) regimens; (2) treatment modality o...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hou JY,Liu HC,Yeh TC,Sheu JC,Chen KH,Chang CY,Liang DC

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The parameters of oxidative stress [advanced oxidation protein products (AOPPs), malondialdehyde (MDA), and S100B] and the effect of intensive phototherapy (PT) on these parameters have not been studied extensively in newborns with significant hyperbilirubinemia (SH). We aimed to measure the levels of MDA, S...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Sarici D,Gunes T,Yazici C,Akin MA,Korkmaz L,Memur S,Kurtoglu S,Ozturk MA,Sarici SU

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We determined the chest height in a cohort of patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) who had received chest radiographic examinations prior to the attack. The aim of this study was to determine when their chest height began to change and how this was related to the PSP. METHODS:From June 2009 ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chang PY,Wong KS,Lai JY,Chen JC,Chin TW,Chen KC,Wang CJ,Chang CJ,Hsu WM,Wang NL

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) questionnaire (GerdQ) is a validated questionnaire that was developed recently to help identify GERD patients. The sensitivity and specificity of GerdQ for the diagnosis of GERD in adult patients were 65% and 71%, respectively. Because the application of GerdQ in pe...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chiu JY,Wu JF,Ni YH

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nystagmus is an involuntary rhythmic oscillation of the eyes, which leads to reduced visual acuity due to the excessive motion of images on the retina. Nystagmus can be grouped into infantile nystagmus (IN), which usually appears in the first 3-6 months of life, and acquired nystagmus (AN), which appears later. IN can...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Papageorgiou E,McLean RJ,Gottlob I

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pneumothorax is more frequent in the neonatal period, especially among premature infants. Pigtail catheters have been shown to be as effective as and less invasive than traditional chest tubes in adults; however, data regarding premature infants are limited. We aimed to compare the efficacy, safety, and comp...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Wei YH,Lee CH,Cheng HN,Tsao LT,Hsiao CC

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about the characteristics of patients who visit the emergency department (ED) due to food allergy in Taiwan. This study aims to assess the triggers, clinical presentations, and management of patients presenting to a tertiary ED for food allergy. METHODS:This is a retrospective study of 369 v...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chan CF,Chen PH,Huang CF,Wu TC

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The indications for ductus arteriosus ligation in very-low-birth-weight infants (VLBWIs) with persistent ductus arteriosus (PDA) are unclear. Increased left ventricular end-diastolic dimension (LVDd) is commonly found in patients with PDA. Here, the enlargement of LVDd in term and preterm neonates without co...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Nagasawa H,Terazawa D,Kohno Y,Yamamoto Y,Kondo M,Sugawara M,Koyama T,Miura R

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Birth size can affect neonatal morbidity and mortality. The insulin-like growth factor (IGF) system is the most important endocrine factor influencing fetal growth. In the circulation, IGFs (mostly IGF-I) are bound to IGF-binding protein 3 (IGFBP-3) and an acid-labile subunit (ALS) to form a ternary complex....

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Tseng YM,Hwang YS,Lu CL,Lin SJ,Tsai WH

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Internal herniation is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction, especially in the emergency department. We report a child with acute abdomen resulting from transmesenteric internal herniation of the small bowel. Radiographic findings revealed gaseous distension of the bowel loops in the upper abdominal area with a pauc...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hu MH,Huang GS,Chen JC,Wu CT

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:We aimed to define the etiologic and prognostic factors in live-born infants with hydrops fetalis (HF) in our tertiary neonatal intensive care unit over a 10-year period. METHODS:Medical records of newborn infants with HF during 2002-2011 were reviewed retrospectively. Demographic data, prenatal interventions, cli...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Takci S,Gharibzadeh M,Yurdakok M,Ozyuncu O,Korkmaz A,Akcoren Z,Yigit S

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Kawasaki disease (KD), first described by Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki in 1967, was found for the first time in Taiwan in 1976. It continued to occur in increased numbers. For the study of incidence rates and epidemiological features of KD, we conducted five nationwide hospital surveys (NHS) in 1987, 1992, 1994, 20...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Lue HC,Chen LR,Lin MT,Chang LY,Wang JK,Lee CY,Wu MH

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goal of this study was to compare the growth and effect of growth on cognitive performance at 5 years of age of a group of very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) infants and a group of healthy full-term infants. METHODS:Beginning in 1995, under the sponsorship of the Premature Baby Foundation, the Society of Neon...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Wang PW,Fang LJ,Tsou KI,Taiwan Infant Developmental Collaborative Study Group.

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To compare the effectiveness of maternal breast milk odor and formula milk odor in soothing premature infants undergoing heel lancing. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Fifty preterm infants born between 32 weeks and 37 weeks gestation were randomly assigned into two groups. During heel lancing, we used formula milk od...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Badiee Z,Asghari M,Mohammadizadeh M

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Influenza virus infection is extremely common and raises global concern due to the increasing prevalence of pandemic H1N1 infection. Influenza may occasionally be associated with neurologic complications and, also, rarely with gastrointestinal complications. Here, we report a rare case complicated with appendicitis, d...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hsueh CW,Yu HM,Chen HS,Wu CP

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-viral limbic encephalitis, which may be paraneoplastic or idiopathic, is increasingly recognized in adults and children. Early identification of potential patients, who have neuronal autoantibodies to intracellular or neuronal surface antigens in order to give appropriate immunotherapy, is key to improvi...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chou IJ,Wang HS,Lin JJ,Kuo CF,Lin KL,Chou ML,Hung PC,Hsieh MY,Lin YT,CHEESE Study Group.

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currently, the pediatrician shortage in Taiwan has raised concerns about pediatricians' workloads and wellbeing. This study aimed to understand in-hospital pediatricians' perceptions toward career satisfaction and their wellbeing. METHODS:A questionnaire exploring pediatricians' life management, commitment ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chen DF,Tsai TC,Lei SM

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intracranial abscesses are serious conditions but uncommon in preterm neonates. Citrobacter species are an uncommon cause of bacterial meningitis in neonates, but are associated with brain abscesses in a majority of cases. We report a preterm infant who developed Citrobacter freundii meningitis with brain abscess, who...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Plakkal N,Soraisham AS,Amin H

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Head trauma is one of the most challenging fields of traumatology and demands immediate attention and intervention by first-line clinicians. Symptoms can vary from victim to victim and according to the victim's age, leading to difficulties in making timely and accurate decisions at the point of care. In children, fall...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hu CF,Fan HC,Chang CF,Chen SJ

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The benefits of feeding human milk to infants, even in prematurity, have been well documented. Well-organized donor milk processing has made the milk bank a good source of nutrition for premature or sick infants if their own mother's milk is not sufficient or suitable. The Taipei City Hospital Milk Bank was ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chang FY,Cheng SW,Wu TZ,Fang LJ

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The noisy component of bubble continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is thought to contribute to breathing efficiency and lung volume recruitment, mainly because of stochastic resonance. The magnitude and frequency of the superimposed noise are vital to this process. We wanted to evaluate the in vitro ef...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Wu CS,Lee CM,Yuh YS,Hua YM

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We conducted this study in order to evaluate whether laparoscopic appendectomy was an alternative therapeutic tool to open appendectomy for all stages of pediatric appendicitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Between January 2000 and November 2004, the charts of 177 children who underwent appendectomy by a single su...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Tsai CC,Lee SY,Huang FC

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal sepsis contributes to great mortality and morbidity among very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) infants. Prevalence and pathogen distribution of sepsis in the neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) vary with time and geographic location. Such information serves as a guide for selection of empirical antibiotic...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Lim WH,Lien R,Huang YC,Chiang MC,Fu RH,Chu SM,Hsu JF,Yang PH

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediatric glioblastoma is a malignant disease with an extremely poor clinical outcome. Patients usually suffer from resistance to radiation therapy, so targeted drug treatment may be a new possibility for glioblastoma therapy. Survivin is also overexpressed in glioblastoma. YM155, a novel small-molecule surv...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Lai PC,Chen SH,Yang SH,Cheng CC,Chiu TH,Huang YT

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemangioma in infants has a benign self-limited course, but the 10% of cases with complications need further treatment. Successful treatment with propranolol in western countries has been reported over the past few years. We evaluated the efficacy of propranolol for treating infantile hemangioma in Taiwanese...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Hsu TC,Wang JD,Chen CH,Chang TK,Wang TM,Chou CM,Lin HK

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (CCHS) is a rare condition. The main characteristic is respiratory insufficiency during sleep. Patients who have CCHS need varying degrees of ventilation support during sleep, or even all day long, according to its severity. We report a term baby with repeated extubation fai...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Huang LC,Chang JH,Wang NL

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are few reports on the symptoms of rotavirus infections in neonates. This study aims to describe clinical signs of rotavirus infections among neonates, with a particular focus on preterm infants, and to show the distribution of genotypes in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). METHODS:A prospective ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Shim JO,Son DW,Shim SY,Ryoo E,Kim W,Jung YC

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways for which current treatments are mainly based on pharmacological interventions, such as glucocorticoid therapy. Our objective was to study the immunoregulatory effects of caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE, a phytochemical synthesized from propolis) on ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Sy LB,Yang LK,Chiu CJ,Wu WM

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Most small muscular ventricular septal defect (M-VSD) types have been diagnosed using color Doppler echocardiography. The purpose of this study was to understand the incidence of small M-VSD in the neonatal period and analyze the natural history of these M-VSDs. MATERIALS AND METHODS:All individuals in our ...

journal_title：Pediatrics and neonatology

authors： Chang JK,Jien WY,Chen HL,Hsieh KS

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00