abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the incidence, etiology and outcome of Cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) in hospitalized children. METHODS:A prospective cohort study was carried out in 242 children between 6 mo to 18 y of age hospitalized with primary cardiac, renal or any systemic disorder at a tertiary care center in India. The pr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Athwani V,Bhargava M,Chanchlani R,Mehta AJ

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the post treatment changes in disease activity and inflammatory markers over time in longitudinal follow-up involving different subtypes of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) patients. METHODS:This prospective longitudinal study, carried out over a period of 2 y, included JIA patients, both old ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Sarkar S,Alam MM,Das G,Datta S

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hitherto poor outcomes, paucity of data and heterogeneity in International approach to Pediatric NHL (Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma) prompted the need for guidelines for Indian population with vast variability in access, affordability and infrastructure across the country. These guidelines are based on consensus among the expe...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Thacker N,Bakhshi S,Chinnaswamy G,Vora T,Prasad M,Bansal D,Agarwala S,Kapoor G,Radhakrishnan V,Laskar S,Kaur T,Rath GK,Dhaliwal RS,Arora B

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess Ankle-Foot-Orthosis (AFO) requirement and ambulation in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) patients seen over a period of 4 y at a multi-disciplinary Neuromuscular disorders clinic (NMD). METHODS:A study was conducted in university quaternary research hospital with DMD patients confirmed by MLPA (mu...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Gupta A,Nalini A,Arya SP,Vengalil S,Khanna M,Krishnan R,Taly AB

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the clinical profile of Hand Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) like illness in a cluster of cases. METHODS:Children presenting with papulovesicular skin lesions with or without oral lesions were clinically examined, treated and followed up. RESULTS:Out of 21 cases, 18 (85.7%) were less than 3y and 1...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Ganga N

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy of temporal artery thermometer in febrile and hypothermic neonates in comparison to axillary thermometer. METHODS:It was a cross sectional observational study. Study participants included 210 neonates admitted in neonatal intensive care unit of a tertiary care teaching hospital, divide...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Goswami E,Batra P,Khurana R,Dewan P

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the changes in lymphocyte subsets that are caused by infection with different pathogens in children with hand, foot, and mouth disease. METHODS:T lymphocyte subsets were measured in the patients' peripheral blood, and serum, throat swab, and fecal samples were tested for enterovirus. RESULTS:...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Zhou JF,Chen ZY,Yang SM,Chen JZ,Zhou LY,Wang YF,Wang G,Yu XJ,Zhang WH

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Early identification and treatment of children with autism and other developmental disorders is an international priority. Currently there is great interest in lowering the age of identification. Attention has been focused on public awareness campaigns and the regular use of developmental screening tests by health car...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Nickel RE,Huang-Storms L

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To screen patients with frequently relapsing nephrotic syndrome (FRNS) for the presence of ambulatory hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy. METHODS:Following ethical and parental approvals, consecutive patients with FRNS of ≥2 y duration were enrolled. Those with estimated glomerular filtration rat...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Sarkar S,Sinha A,Lakshmy R,Agarwala A,Saxena A,Hari P,Bagga A

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Functional abdominal pain (FAP) is one of the most common functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) of childhood. Only a minority of patients with FAP seek medical attention, often presenting to the primary care physician while symptoms are still evolving. The bio-psychosocial model of treatment not only aims to a...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Sood MR,Matta SR

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Computed tomography (CT) is an indispensable tool for imaging of the thorax and there is virtually no alternative without associated radiation burden. The authors demonstrate ultra-low-dose CT of the thorax in three interesting cases. In an 18-y-old girl with rheumatoid arthritis, CT of the thorax identified alveoliti...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Lambert L,Banerjee R,Votruba J,El-Lababidi N,Zeman J

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common chronic disability of childhood. The problems involved are complex; not only do these children have problems of mobility, but a plethora of associated problems [1]. A recent definition of CP includes secondary musculoskeletal problems [2]. The inclusion of this in the definition ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Johari R,Maheshwari S,Thomason P,Khot A

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To enumerate the cases of intussusception in Chennai during 2012-2013, describe the clinical profile, outcomes of case management and highlight the importance of systematically collecting this data in lieu of rotavirus vaccine introduction in India. METHODS:Medical records of pediatric intussusception cases ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mehendale S,Kumar CP,Venkatasubramanian S,Prasanna T

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the relationship of breakfast intake with psychiatric distress and violent behaviors among Iranian children and adolescents. METHODS:This national survey was conducted among 14,880 students, aged 6-18 y. They were selected by stratified multistage sampling method from urban and rural areas of 30 pr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Ahadi Z,Kelishadi R,Qorbani M,Zahedi H,Aram M,Motlagh ME,Ardalan G,Shafiee G,Arzaghi SM,Asayesh H,Heshmat R

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurological findings in HIV are common and include cognitive impairment, microcephaly, nonspecific white matter lesions and seizures. Cerebral vasculopathy and stroke are uncommon and may be due to primary HIV vasculopathy or opportunistic infections such as tuberculosis and cryptococcal meningitis. The authors descr...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Dhawan SR,Gupta A,Gupta V,Singhi PD

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine pulmonary function abnormalities in children with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) from Western India. METHODS:In this cross sectional study conducted at Surat, Gujarat, India; equal number of age and gender matched children i.e., 99 in the age group of 6-18 y was recruited in case (children with SCD) ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Purohit R,Rao SS,Goyal JP,Shah VB,Charan J

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric interventional radiology (PIR), which includes variety of procedures done under image guidance has emerged as an essential adjunct to various surgical and medical conditions, plays a significant role in the delivery of safe and effective care by reducing surgical risks, decreasing the length of hospital stay...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kandasamy D,Gamanagatti S,Gupta AK

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To field test the Individualised Color Coded Any Day (ICCAD) growth monitoring charts at primary health care level in three districts of Maharashtra. METHODS:The present study was conducted in three districts of Maharashtra - Pune, Satara and Kolhapur and included newborns with weight ≥ 1500 g born during 1s...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Pratinidhi AK,Doke PP,Kakade SV,Aundhkar CD,Ingale SY,Patil SS,Patil SV

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the pediatric patient, computed tomography (CT) scan as an imaging modality for evaluation of the abdomen is to be used judiciously. The use of correct scanning protocols, single phase scanning, scanning only when required are key factors to minimize radiation doses to the child, while providing diagnostic quality....

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Eapen A,Gibikote S

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ultrasound (US) is a simple, non-invasive imaging modality which allows high-resolution imaging of the musculoskeletal (MSK) system. Its increasing popularity in pediatrics is due to the fact that it does not involve radiation, has an ability to visualize non-ossified cartilaginous and vascular structures, allows dyna...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Karnik AS,Karnik A,Joshi A

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the presence of Y-chromosome sequences and determine their frequency in patients with Turner syndrome. METHODS:The study included 23 patients with Turner syndrome from Brazil, who gave written informed consent for participating in the study. Cytogenetic analyses were performed in peripheral b...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Silva-Grecco RL,Trovó-Marqui AB,Sousa TA,Croce LD,Balarin MA

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article is our life time experience in conceptualizing and systematically developing Child Development Centre (CDC) Kerala in the last 25 years, from a research project to a national training centre in child and adolescent development and premarital counseling. CDC Kerala's major contribution was in creating a 'c...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Nair MK,Leela LM,George B,Bhaskaran D,Pillai AN,Sarasamma HN

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the incidence, pattern, causality, preventability, severity and predictors of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in pediatric population. METHODS:It was a prospective, observational study that included patients of either sex, of any age treated in the pediatric wards of a tertiary care hospital. Stu...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kurian J,Mathew J,Sowjanya K,Chaitanya KR,Ramesh M,Sebastian J,Narayanappa D

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the benefits of nutrition supplementation in children living with HIV (CLHIV). METHODS:A prospective observational study was carried out at antiretroviral therapy (ART)/pediatric centre of excellence (PCOE), Niloufer hospital for a period of one year in CLHIV (N = 164) aged 1 to 18 y referred to AR...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Thakur HS,Gottapu GS,Kadali SP,Kulkarni B,Mamidi RS

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effectiveness of an MRI-specific play therapy intervention on the need for sedation in young children. METHODS:All children in the age group of 4-10 y, who were advised an MRI scan over a period of one year were randomized. Exclusion criteria included children with neurodevelopmental disorder...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Bharti B,Malhi P,Khandelwal N

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the prevalence of dyslipidemia and lipodystrophy in Indian children receiving non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) based highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) and to determine the associated risk factors for the same. METHODS:The present cross-sectional study was conducted ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mandal A,Mukherjee A,Lakshmy R,Kabra SK,Lodha R

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Juvenile dermatomyositis and juvenile scleroderma are rare multisystem autoimmune disorders. Although they share some pathognomonic hallmarks with adult onset myositis or scleroderma, there are significant differences in presentation, characteristics and associated features when the diseases present in childhood. In v...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： McCann LJ,Pain CE

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Globally more than 1/3rd of the child deaths are attributed to under nutrition and it continues to be a major public health problem in developing countries. This research paper is an attempt towards intervention and management of severely malnourished children with the use of locally prepared therapeutic diet...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Singh P,Kumar P,Rohatgi S,Basu S,Aneja S

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lifetime achievement awards are awarded to recognize contributions during the career of an individual, rather than for a single or multiple contributions of a person in his/her field of specialty. I am highly honored being the recipient of the Dr. K. C. Chaudhuri Lifetime Achiement Award Oration. The award for me is s...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Vidyasagar D

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the correlation between various obesity indices and pulmonary function parameters in obese Thai children and adolescents. METHODS:Obese children and adolescents aged from 8 to 18 y and diagnosed under the criteria of International Obesity Task Force (IOTF) were enrolled. Anthropometric and body ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kongkiattikul L,Sritippayawan S,Chomtho S,Deerojanawong J,Prapphal N

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate changes in annual blood transfusion requirements and complications after splenectomy in patients with β-thalassemia. METHODS:Forty post-splenectomy β-thalassemic patients aged 8-33 y, receiving regular blood transfusions and chelation therapy were included and non transfusion dependant patients ...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Merchant RH,Shah AR,Ahmad J,Karnik A,Rai N

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate and simplify the gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) stimulation test for assessing pubertal activation and suppression. METHODS:The authors identified 72 girls diagnosed with central precocious puberty who were treated with a GnRH analogue (GnRHa). Patients who underwent an assessment regar...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Kim MS,Hwang PH,Lee DY

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cyanosis is always pathological and demands detailed evaluation. Combined use of clinical findings, electrocardiogram and chest radiograph permits determination of underlying cause in vast majority. Stepwise approach allows hemodynamic classification of the cardiac lesion and directs immediate management. Accurate ana...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Gupta SK

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To find out various life stressors of adolescents, coping strategies adopted by them and the impact of stress on adolescent mental health. METHODS:A descriptive, cross sectional study was conducted in the schools in south zone of Delhi, capital city of the country. Data was collected on 360 adolescents betwe...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mathew N,Khakha DC,Qureshi A,Sagar R,Khakha CC

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Children with upper airway obstruction are both unique and variable in their presentation and management, often posing a challenge to the pediatrician. Several anatomical and physiologic peculiarities make a child vulnerable to develop an obstruction of upper airways. The characteristic finding in upper airway obstruc...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mandal A,Kabra SK,Lodha R

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Valid screening tools are needed to identify Indian children and adolescents with mental health problems, both for clinical or research purposes. The present study validated the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) in Malayalam across different informants and sub-scales. METHODS:A sample of 150 ch...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Phillips Owen JA,Mirza KA,Goodman R

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess cognitive function of school-aged, perinatally acquired human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected, antiretroviral therapy (ART) naïve children in Pune. METHODS:HIV infected ART naïve children (n = 50) between 6 and 12 y attending outpatient clinic were administered the Indian Child Intelligence T...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Ghate M,Narkhede H,Rahane G,Nirmalkar A,Gaikwad N,Kadam D

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the presentation, treatment and outcome of testicular tumors in undescended testes (UDT) in boys below 5 y of age. METHODS:Case records of boys below 5 y of age, diagnosed to have germ cell tumors (GCT) in the UDT were reviewed. RESULTS:Seven children in the age range of 05-54 mo (mean 26 mo) we...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Mittal D,Agarwala S,Yadav DK,Pramanik DD,Sharma MC,Bagga D

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify biomarkers for neuronal injury and outcome in perinatal asphyxia. METHODS:This prospective cohort study was done in authors' level III NICU involving 80 neonates - 40 babies with perinatal asphyxia and 40 weight and gender matched normal neonates. Levels of cytokines IL-6, IL -1β, IL-2 and TNF -...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Bharathi B,Bhat BV,Negi VS,Adhisivam B

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To find out whether gDNA methylation can be used as a diagnostic/prognostic method for neonatal sepsis. METHODS:The study was conducted in the neonatal division of a tertiary care referral hospital. Fifty one newborns as cases and thirty seven newborns as controls were enrolled in the study. Using 5-mC DNA E...

journal_title：Indian journal of pediatrics

authors： Dhas BB,Antony HA,Bhat V,Newton B,Parija SC

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00