Pediatrics (all articles)
M-A | Comparing the efficacy of different types of exercise for the treatment and prevention of depression in youths
30 Jun, 2023 | 14:40h | UTC
The exposome in respiratory diseases: multiple preventable risk factors from early life to adulthood
27 Jun, 2023 | 13:32h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
The increasing global burden of respiratory diseases over recent decades raises questions about the lifelong impact of environmental factors during industrialisation and urbanisation. There is a clear need for action in primary and secondary prevention. https://t.co/MFzkETBr2X pic.twitter.com/jp9LYSiSAR
— ERS publications (@ERSpublications) June 20, 2023
Cohort Study | Association of preterm birth with increased asthma and COPD risk in adulthood
26 Jun, 2023 | 00:45h | UTCSummary: This population-based register study investigated the correlation between gestational ages (GA) and obstructive airway diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adulthood. The study used registry data from 706,717 individuals born between 1987-1998 in Finland (4.8% preterm), and 1,669,528 individuals born from 1967-1999 in Norway (5.0% preterm). The study observed care episodes of asthma and COPD using nationwide healthcare registers.
The results showed an increased risk of obstructive airway disease in adulthood for those born at <28 or 28–31 completed weeks of gestation. Even after adjustments, the risk remained 2-3 times greater compared to those who were born full term (at 39-41 completed weeks). Additionally, the risk for COPD at age 30–50 was significantly higher for those born at <28 weeks, with an odds ratio (OR) of 7.44. The study also identified that bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) in infancy increased the odds of obstructive airway disease for those born at <28 and 28–31 weeks.
These findings suggest that preterm birth is a notable risk factor for asthma and COPD in adulthood, and this risk was observed across all gestational ages before full term. The study recommends diagnostic vigilance for adults born very preterm presenting with respiratory symptoms. However, the researchers also noted the potential limitations of using registry data, which might include residual confounding from unmeasured confounders and lack of data on certain prenatal or early life factors.
Article: Preterm birth and asthma and COPD in adulthood: a nationwide register study from two Nordic countries – European Respiratory Journal (free for a limited period)
Commentary on Twitter
In this population-based study of 2.4 million people from Finland and Norway, adults born preterm were at higher risk for asthma and COPD at ages 18–50 years. The risks were observed across all gestational ages before full term in a dose-response manner. https://t.co/bGsAOrwAxV pic.twitter.com/WmCoc6cPu2
— ERS publications (@ERSpublications) June 22, 2023
M-A | Lifetime burden of psychological symptoms, disorders, and suicide due to cancer in childhood, adolescent, and young adult years
26 Jun, 2023 | 00:39h | UTCLifetime Burden of Psychological Symptoms, Disorders, and Suicide Due to Cancer in Childhood, Adolescent, and Young Adult Years: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – JAMA Pediatrics (free for a limited period)
Editorial: Poor Mental Health Among Survivors of Childhood Cancer—Risk Factors and a Call for Intervention – JAMA Pediatrics (free for a limited period)
Consensus Statement | Anatomy, imaging, and nomenclature of congenital aortic root malformations
21 Jun, 2023 | 13:25h | UTC
RCT | Thrice-weekly oral iron shows non-inferiority and fewer gastrointestinal effects in treating iron-deficiency anemia
20 Jun, 2023 | 12:48h | UTCA randomized controlled trial of thrice-weekly versus thrice-daily oral ferrous fumarate treatment in adult patients with iron-deficiency anemia – Ann Hematol (if the link is paywalled, try this one)
Consensus Paper | Management of febrile neutropenia in pediatric hematology and oncology patients
20 Jun, 2023 | 12:38h | UTC
Guideline | Screening and diagnosis of significant hemoglobinopathies
20 Jun, 2023 | 12:32h | UTC
Evidence Analysis | ADHD: evidence to help you decide how best to manage the condition
19 Jun, 2023 | 13:45h | UTCADHD: evidence to help you decide how best to manage the condition – Evidently Cochrane
Consensus Paper | Transition of patients with esophageal atresia–tracheoesophageal fistula
19 Jun, 2023 | 13:44h | UTCThe International Network on Oesophageal Atresia (INoEA) consensus guidelines on the transition of patients with oesophageal atresia–tracheoesophageal fistula – Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology (if the link is paywalled, try this one)
M-A | HFNC, CPAP, BiPAP prove more effective than conventional oxygen therapy in minimizing pediatric extubation failure
19 Jun, 2023 | 13:35h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
Study suggests that CPAP, HFNC, and BiPAP were more effective than conventional oxygen therapy for providing postextubation noninvasive respiratory support in a pediatric population. https://t.co/d56eNkP8QP @abusultaneh @RobyKhemaniMD @PALISInet
— JAMA Pediatrics (@JAMAPediatrics) June 5, 2023
RCT | Multiple electrolytes solution reduces acute kidney injury in pediatric septic shock compared to saline
16 Jun, 2023 | 14:10h | UTCMultiple Electrolytes Solution Versus Saline as Bolus Fluid for Resuscitation in Pediatric Septic Shock: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial – Critical Care Medicine (link to abstract – $ for full-text)
SR | Analysis of postdischarge interventions for children treated for moderate or severe wasting, growth faltering or failure, or edema
16 Jun, 2023 | 14:07h | UTC
Review | Point-of-care thoracic ultrasound in children: new advances in pediatric emergency setting
16 Jun, 2023 | 13:59h | UTC
Consensus Statement | Concussion in sport
15 Jun, 2023 | 15:14h | UTC
Cohort Study | 63.1% of uncomplicated appendicitis in children successfully treated non-operatively at 1 year
15 Jun, 2023 | 14:45h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
1y outcomes of CASCADE examining💊treatment for uncomp🪱itis in kids ➡️overall success: 63.1%, 21.5% req🔪during hospitalisation, 10.4% recurrence @1y. Overall comp: 7.3%🔪vs. 1.3% in success Non🔪treatment. Thoughts?https://t.co/AuIgSKkU6w#SoMe4Surgery #some4peds #emgensurg pic.twitter.com/9mM5NFOEh1
— BJS Open (@BjsOpen) June 7, 2023
RCT | Ultrasonography noninferior to radiography for pediatric distal forearm fracture diagnosis
14 Jun, 2023 | 14:45h | UTCUltrasonography or Radiography for Suspected Pediatric Distal Forearm Fractures – New England Journal of Medicine (link to abstract – $ for full-text)
News Release: Ultrasound breaks new ground for forearm fractures in children – Griffith University
RCT | 0.01% atropine effective in reducing progression of myopia in children over 3 years
14 Jun, 2023 | 14:41h | UTCNews Release: Eye drops slow nearsightedness progression in kids – Ohio State University
See also: Visual Abstract
Related:
RCT | Effect of low-concentration atropine eyedrops vs. placebo on myopia incidence in children
Crossover RCT | Spectacle lenses with highly aspherical lenslets for slowing myopia.
RCT | Effect of text messaging parents of school-aged children on outdoor time to control myopia.
RCT | Myopia control effect of repeated low-level red-light therapy in children.
M-A | Postpartum care up to 1 year after pregnancy
14 Jun, 2023 | 14:39h | UTC
AAP standards for levels of neonatal care: II, III, and IV
14 Jun, 2023 | 14:35h | UTCStandards for Levels of Neonatal Care: II, III, and IV – Pediatrics
News Release: AAP sets national standards for levels of neonatal care – AAP News
Commentary: National Standards Developed for Neonatal Care – HealthDay
AAP Technical Report | Dispensing medications at the hospital upon discharge from an emergency department
14 Jun, 2023 | 14:33h | UTCDispensing Medications at the Hospital Upon Discharge From an Emergency Department – Pediatrics
News Release: Report discusses ways to improve medication adherence after emergency visit – AAP News
Commentary: Dispensing Meds in Emergency Department Likely to Improve Adherence – HealthDay
Review | Diagnosis and management of depression in adolescents
13 Jun, 2023 | 14:05h | UTCDiagnosis and management of depression in adolescents – Canadian Medical Association Journal
News Release: How to diagnose and manage depression in adolescents: A new review for clinicians – Canadian Medical Association Journal
M-A | Kangaroo mother care reduces mortality in preterm and low birth weight infants
13 Jun, 2023 | 13:41h | UTCNews Release: Effects of KMC in preterm and low birth weight infants – BMJ / News Medical
Related:
M-A | The efficacy of Kangaroo-Mother care to the clinical outcomes of LBW and premature infants
Kangaroo mother care to reduce morbidity and mortality in low birthweight infants – Cochrane Library
M-A | Elevated HbA1c in gestational diabetes mellitus tied to 1.7-fold rise in large for gestational age incidence
13 Jun, 2023 | 13:39h | UTC
AHA Scientific Statement | Treatment strategies for cardiomyopathy in children
12 Jun, 2023 | 13:49h | UTCNews Releases:
Top Things to Know: Treatment Strategies for Cardiomyopathy in Children – American Heart Association