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Diagnostic challenge in a preterm infant with multiorgan failure: SARS-CoV-2 infection or neonatal multisystem inflammatory syndrome? Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-17 Yasemin Ezgi Köstekci, Alperen Aydın, Gül Arga, Mehmet Gökhan Ramoğlu, Emel Okulu, Halil Özdemir, Tayfun Uçar, Zeynep Ceren Karahan, Ömer Erdeve, Begüm Atasay, Saadet Arsan
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Corticosteroid use in neonatal hypotension: A survey of Canadian neonatologists Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-06 Ashraf Kharrat, Yenge Diambomba, Amish Jain
To assess prescribing practices and perspectives regarding the use of corticosteroids in the management of neonatal hypotension. Cross-sectional questionnaire-based electronic survey of neonatologists (n = 206) practicing at tertiary neonatal intensive care units across 30 academic centres in Canada. The overall response rate was 33 % (72/206), with a completion rate was 94 %. Most (48/72, 64 %) worked
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Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in a neonate with neck skin abscess and thrombocytopenia Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-03 Xiaoyang Huang, Min Zhou, Junli Yang, Wen Li
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Progressive aneurysm formation of the superior vena cava following a bidirectional cavopulmonary anastomosis Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 Mao-Sheng Hwang, Hsin-Mao Hsu, Yi-Jung Chang, Chao-Jan Wang, Jaw-Ji Chu, Wen-Jen Su, Hsiang-Ju Hsiao
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Predictors of high maintenance prostaglandin E1 doses in neonates with critical congenital heart disease-ductal-dependent pulmonary circulation during preoperative care Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 Fonthip Naiyananon, Supaporn Dissaneevate, Anucha Thatrimontrichai, Waricha Janjindamai, Gunlawadee Maneenil, Manapat Praditaukrit, Supaporn Roymanee, Voravit Chittithavorn, Alan Geater
Neonates with critical congenital heart disease of the ductal-dependent pulmonary circulation type (CCHD-DDPC) require prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) to maintain oxygen saturation until surgery. However, the factors contributing to the maintenance doses of PGE1 remain unclear. This study aimed to determine the predictors of high maintenance PGE1 doses in these neonates. This retrospective cohort study included
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Should SVC flow be a routine measure when performing targeted neonatal echocardiography? A narrative review Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-28 Aimann Surak, Adrianne Bischoff
Superior vena cava is commonly used in neonatal hemodynamics and is suggested to be the best available non-invasive marker for systemic circulation in preterm infants. Inter- and intra-observer variability remain to be an issue. Its association with neonatal outcomes is has not been established. This is a narrative review about this marker, its use, and its potential pitfalls. Objective This is a narrative
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Prophylactic effects of cyclooxygenase inhibitor on intraventricular hemorrhage: Effect modification by the risk of intraventricular hemorrhage Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-26 Kenichi Suga, Miki Shono, Tomohiro Takeda, Katsuaki Toyoshima, Tetsuya Isayama
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Non-immune hydrops fetalis due to infantile sialidosis Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-26 Inusha Panigrahi, Sudhanshu Grover, Mahesh Hiranandani, Jayesh Sheth
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Clinical use of whole exome sequencing in children with developmental delay/intellectual disability Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-23 Yoon Hee Jo, Soo Han Choi, Hye Won Yoo, Min Jung Kwak, Kyung Hee Park, Juhyun Kong, Yun-Jin Lee, Sang Ook Nam, Bo Lyun Lee, Woo Yeong Chung, Seung Hwan Oh, Young Mi Kim
Background Identifying the underlying etiology of developmental delay/intellectual disability (DD/ID) is challenging but important. The genetic diagnosis of unexplained DD/ID helps in the treatment and prognosis of the disability in patients. In this study, we reported our experience of using whole exome sequencing (WES) of children with unexplained DD/ID. Methods We conducted a retrospective analysis
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Cardiac lymphangioma encasing the right coronary artery: A case report Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-24 Jing-Ren Ye, Ya-Ting Chang, Chung-Chieh Wang, Jou-Hsuan Huang, Shu-Chien Huang, En-Ting Wu
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A novel intronic variant of ATP6V0A2-related cutis laxa with impaired cognitive function Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-23 Shanshan Xue, Wujuan Shi
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The efficacy and safety of intravenous immunoglobulin infusion in 12 h for the initial treatment of Kawasaki disease Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-23 Satoshi Asano, Naoya Fukushima, Kenichiro Yamada
Background Approximately 10–20 % of individuals develop a recrudescent or persistent fever after intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) infusion for the initial treatment of Kawasaki disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the initial IVIG treatment of Kawasaki disease based on duration of infusion. Methods This retrospective, single-center study included 53 patients with
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The impact of inappropriate steroid exposure before the diagnosis of Kawasaki disease Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-04 Chanyoung Chung, Hoon Ko, Joung-Hee Byun, Tae Hong Kim, Hyungtae Kim, Kwang Ho Choi, Hyoung-Doo Lee
Background Kawasaki disease (KD) is a systemic inflammatory disease characterized by vasculitis. In South Korea, pediatric doctors empirically prescribe steroids to control febrile pediatric patients. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical characteristics of patients with KD after steroid exposure. Methods This was a single-center, retrospective, observational study. This study included patients
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Evaluation of pharmacokinetic pharmacodynamic target attainment of meropenem in pediatric patients Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-03 Abdullah Alsultan, Maram R. Aldawsari, Nujood Khaled Alturaiq, Saeed Ali Syed, Abdulaziz Alsubai, Zeyad Kurdee, Sarah Alsubaie, Saeed Alqahtani, Manal Abouelkheir
Background Meropenem is a widely used carbapenem for treating severe pediatric infections. However, few studies have assessed its pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) in pediatric patients. This study aimed to evaluate the proportion of Saudi pediatric patients achieving the PK/PD target of meropenem. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted at King Saud University Medical City
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Influencing factors for treatment escalation from metformin monotherapy in youth-onset type 2 diabetes in Northern Taiwan Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2024-01-03 Yi-Hsuan Chou, Ya-Ting Su, Fu-Sung Lo, Chiao-Fan Chiu, Yen-Chun Huang
With the increasing prevalence of obesity, childhood type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a growing concern in Taiwan. Unlike its adult counterpart, T2D in children exhibits a more aggressive nature and earlier onset of complications. Metformin represents the first line of drug, but if blood sugar levels do not improve, other drugs are used. This retrospective cohort study endeavors to scrutinize and assess the
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Successful infliximab treatment for refractory COVID-19-associated multisystem inflammatory syndrome in two Taiwanese children: An experience from a medical center Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-27 Chun-Ting Liu, G.W. Gant Luxton, Chia-Cheng Sung, Fu-Min Wang, Chia-Ning Chang, Chih-Fen Hu
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The environmental risk factors associated with fetal macrosomia: An umbrella review Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-27 Ensiyeh Jenabi, Amir Mohammad Salehi, Sajjad Farashi, Zohreh Salimi
The present umbrella review evaluated the environmental risk factors prior to conception associated with fetal macrosomia based on meta-analyses and systematic reviews. We systematically searched international databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, until April 2023 by using some relevant keywords. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the AMSTAR 2checklist. The risk
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Anorectal malformations (ARM) and VACTERL association and severity of congenital heart diseases (CHD): Experience of 396 consecutive patients in a tertiary center Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-27 Patrizio Moras, Angelo Zarfati, Pietro Bagolan, Andrea Conforti, Alessandra Toscano, Barbara Daniela Iacobelli
Objective Congenital heart diseases (CHD) are the most frequently associated anomalies with anorectal malformations (ARM). Nevertheless, many specific aspects of CHD in ARM patients have yet to be studied. The aims of this study were to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of CHD in neonates-infants with ARM, and to explore whether the severity of ARM, and the presence of VACTERL association, had
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Development and survey of a questionnaire to measure parental perceptions of childhood defecation and constipation Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-12 Termpong Dumrisilp, Chutima Tanwarawutthikul
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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals and neurodevelopment in children Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-16 Ming-Tao Yang
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Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for tip localization of neonatal peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC): A prospective study Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-09 Shu-Yu Lin, Ming-Chou Chiang, Wei-Hung Wu, I-Hsyuan Wu, Mei-Yin Lai, Shih-Ming Chu, Reyin Lien, Kai-Hsiang Hsu
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Gastrointestinal perforation in extremely low birth weight infants: A single center retrospective study in China Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-09 Wei Feng, Hong Zhang, Huan Yan, Zheng-Bing Yang, Jin-Liang Zhao, Li-Bing Zhang
Background Gastrointestinal perforation in extremely low birth weight infants, characterized by its rapid onset, multiple complications, and critical condition, poses a significant risk of infant mortality. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical characteristics of pneumoperitoneum in extremely low birth weight infants (ELBWI) and explore the risk factors associated with gastrointestinal
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Findings of a gastric perforation-related giant pseudocyst that spontaneously ruptured in a child Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-09 Hai-Jun Ma, Yan Zhang, Qin Ning, Gang-Tie Liu, Fei Liang, Lei Wang
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A novel clinical risk scoring system for neurodevelopmental outcomes among survivors of neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-12-02 Theresa Estiphan, Julie Sturza, Renée A. Shellhaas, Martha D. Carlson
Objective We aimed to develop a risk scoring system as a predictor of 24-month neurodevelopmental outcomes (cognitive, language, and motor) for neonates treated with therapeutic hypothermia for hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). Methods This was a chart review of infants with HIE treated with therapeutic hypothermia who were admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the University
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Maternal gestational diabetes mellitus and risk of allergic diseases in offspring Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-29 Min-Che Hsu, Chien-Heng Lin, Ming-Chih Lin
Background Gestational diabetes mellitus has been linked to inflammation, immune dysregulation in offspring, and changes in the microbiota. It may have long-term implications for the health of children. The aim of this study was to determine if gestational diabetes mellitus increases the risk of allergic diseases in offspring. Methods The data source was the National Health Insurance Research Database
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The effect of skin-to-skin contact on early initiation of breastfeeding among women in Vietnam Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-29 Hoang Thi Nam Giang, Le Tho Minh Hieu, Do Thi Thuy Duy, Mai Thi Phuong, Tran Dinh Trung
Aim To describe prevalence of early initiation of breastfeeding and associated factors among Vietnamese mothers. Methods A self-administered questionnaire was used to survey 1812 mothers whose infants were aged 0 to less than 30 months in multi-center Vietnam. Multivariate logistic regression was performed to identify factors associated independently with early initiation of breastfeeding. Results
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Prevalence and risk factors of urinary tract infection among children with bronchiolitis Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-28 Wallaa Garout
Background The co-occurrence of bronchiolitis and urinary tract infections (UTI) in hospitalized children is associated with high morbidity and economic strain. However, due to a low prevalence (<3%) and inconsistent diagnostic criteria, there is ongoing debate regarding the necessity of systematic screening. This study estimated the prevalence of UTI among children admitted for bronchiolitis and analyzed
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Exploring the long-term seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in infants born to women with clinical or laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Uswa Jiwani, Khushboo Qaim Ali, Saleema Khowaja, Junaid Iqbal, Almas Aamir, Uzair Ansari, Muhammad Atif Habib, Sajid Soofi, Shabina Ariff
Introduction Infants are at a higher risk of severe illness with COVID-19 infection compared to older children. While COVID-19 vaccination is not recommended for young infants, they can acquire maternally-derived anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies passively through the placenta and breastmilk. We described the persistence of infection-induced maternal antibodies in infant circulation at 9–12 months of age
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Psychosocial stress in children with Tourette syndrome and chronic tic disorder Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-14 Chiew Yin Tan, Nan-Chang Chiu, Yi-Hong Zeng, Jia-Yun Huang, Ruu-Fen Tzang, Hui-Ju Chen, Yi-Jie Lin, Fang-Ju Sun, Che-Sheng Ho
Background This study aimed to understand the longitudinal relationship between psychosocial stress with tic exacerbation in children with Tourette syndrome (TS) and chronic tic disorder. Methods Consecutive ratings of tic severity as well as child and parental reports of psychosocial stress were obtained for 373 children (296 males, 77 females; mean age 9y 5mo; SD 3y 3mo) with TS and chronic tic disorder
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Concurrent validity of intelligence assessments in children with developmental disabilities in an Asian setting: Comparison of the Kaufman brief intelligence test – Second edition with the Wechsler Intelligence Scales Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-14 Alison S.M. Cheng, Jolene Q.J. To, Noor Hafizah Wahianuar, Yiong Huak Chan, Kalyani Vijaykumar Mulay
Background This study was carried out to compare the concurrent validity of the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test – Second Edition (KBIT-2) with that of two Wechsler Intelligence Scales (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children – Fifth Edition (WISC-V) and the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence – Fourth Edition (WPPSI-IV)) in an Asian setting. Methods A retrospective study reviewed
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Serum lactate and lactate clearance as early predictors of mortality in preterm neonates Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-13 Vinay Kulkarni, Shiv Sajan Saini, Venkataseshan Sundaram, Kanya Mukhopadhay, Sourabh Dutta, Praveen Kumar
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Weight growth velocity and growth outcomes in very-low-birth-weight infants developing major morbidities Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-10 Ting-Hsuan Sung, Chi-Shuo Lin, Mei-Jy Jeng, Pei-Chen Tsao, Wei-Yu Chen, Yu-Sheng Lee
Background Extrauterine growth restriction (EUGR) is common in very-low-birth-weight-infants and may be associated with poor neurodevelopment. The growth velocity of preterm infants is increasing over decades, but the relationship between growth velocity, EUGR, and morbidities of preterm infants remains unknown. Methods A total of 263 infants born between 2012 and 2020, with birthweight <1500 g and
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Marcus Gunn Jaw–Winking syndrome following endotracheal intubations Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Monika Chhajed, Pradeep Kumar Gunasekaran, Lokesh Saini
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Takayasu arteritis mimics dilated cardiomyopathy as its initial presentation Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-05 Mao-Sheng Hwang, Hsiang-Ju Hsiao, Chao-Jan Wang, Jaw-Ji Chu, Wen-Jen Su, Jing-Long Huang
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Effect of Anti-D titers in RhD-negative pregnant women on fetuses and newborns: A retrospective study Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-03 Tong-Hui Tang, Chu-Yi Guo, Xiao-Yu Li, Yi-Xin Hu, Wang-Kai Liu, Mu-Xue Yu
Background Transplacental-derived anti-D IgG in RhD-negative pregnant women can trigger an immune response to Rh D-positive red cells in fetuses and newborns. We assessed the effect of anti-D titers in RhD-negative pregnant women on fetuses and newborns. Methods The clinical data of 142 singleton RhD-sensitized pregnancies were retrospectively collected. The pregnant women received routine prenatal
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Ruxolitinib add-on therapy in steroid-refractory graft-vs-host disease following hematopoietic cell transplantation: A single institutional experience Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Yi-Lun Wang, Tsung-Yen Chang, Yu-Chuan Wen, Shu-Ho Yang, Yi-Wen Hsiao, Shih-Hsiang Chen, Tang-Her Jaing
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Invasive Lactobacillus infection in pediatric patients in a tertiary center in Taiwan – 16 years’ experience and literature review Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-03 Wei-Hung Wu, Chien-Chung Lee, Yi-Ching Chen, Ming-Chou Chiang, Cheng-Hsun Chiu
Background Lactobacilli are common microorganisms in the human body. Some species were used as probiotics supplement for many purposes such as preventing necrotizing enterocolitis, or improving allergic diseases or diarrhea. Previously, Lactobacillus infection was thought of as contamination due to its low pathogenicity. However, there have been reports of invasive Lactobacillus infection in immunocompromised
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Phleboliths in digital vascular malformations in a child Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-03 Tanuja Rajial, Pradeep Kumar Gunasekaran, Sujatha Manjunathan, Kuldeep Singh, Lokesh Saini
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Three pediatric cases of Staphylococcus aureus-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-02 Rubo Li, Gang Liu, Jun Liu, Suyun Qian, Chaonan Fan
Objective To summarize the clinical features of Staphylococcus aureus-associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (SA-HLH) and the characteristics of the isolates, with the aim of improving clinicians' understanding of the disease and optimizing treatment. Study design The clinical data of all children with SA-HLH admitted to Beijing Children's Hospital of Capital Medical University were retrospectively
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A 10-year-old girl with meningitis retention syndrome and reversible splenial lesion: A case report Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-02 Chung-Hao Wang, Chi-Nan Huang, Pei-Wei Wang
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Primary pancreatic lymphoma in a child presenting with rapidly progressive obstructive jaundice Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-11-04 Ponlakit Lojanatorn, Nichanan Ruangwattanapaisarn, Wipawi Klaisuban, Pornthep Tanpowpong
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Back to the basics–risk factor identification of pediatric malignant lymphadenopathy proven by pathological studies Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-24 Wei-Hsiang Su, Cheng-Che Wu, Chia-Man Chou, Sheng-Yang Huang, Hou-Chuan Chen
Purpose Lymphadenopathy (LAP) is a common problem in the pediatric patient. History, physical examinations (PE), ultrasounds, and blood tests were often obtained while studying such lesions. Malignancy should be highly suspected in certain conditions. This study evaluates the relationship between malignant LAP and risk factors for pediatric patients. Materials and Methods Medical records of matched
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Electroencephalogram Pattern Predicting Neurological Outcomes of Children with Seizures Secondary to Abusive Head Trauma Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Cheng-Che Chou, Ju-Yin Hou, I-Jun Chou, Shih-Yun Lan, Shu-Sing Kong, Man-Hsu Huang, Yu-Chieh Weng, Yi-Yu Lin, Cheng-Yen Kuo, Meng-Ying Hsieh, Min-Liang Chou, Po-Cheng Hung, Huei-Shyong Wang, Kuang-Lin Lin, Yi-Shan Wang, Jainn-Jim Lin
Background The clinical presentations of abusive head trauma can abruptly worsen, so the occurrence of seizures and changes of EEG can be variable according to patients’ conditions. Since the changes of EEG background waves reflect the cortical function of children, we aimed to find out whether the timing of EEG background, epileptiform discharges and seizure patterns were associated with the outcomes
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Congenital Tracheal Stenosis in Mowat-Wilson Syndrome with Nonsense Mutation of ZEB2 gene Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Lun-Chin Lin, Wan-Hsin Wen, Peir-Taur Chen
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Quality Improvement of Pediatric Colonoscopy by Application of Bundle and Centralization: A Single-Center Review Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Shu-Chao Weng, Hung-Chang Lee, Chun-Yan Yeung, Wai-Tao Chan, Hsuan-Chih Lao, Chuen-Bin Jiang
Background To assess the quality change of our single-center pediatric colonoscopy after applying bundle for bowel preparation and general anesthesia and centralize the procedure using terminal ileum (TI) intubation rate as the main indicator. Methods All elective colonoscopies performed for patients younger than 18 years old in MacKay Memorial Hospital from July 2015 through June 2020 (assigned to
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Effect of sleeping position on cardiac output, pulmonary pressure, and superior vena cava flow in healthy term infants Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Muhammed Karabulut, Hasan Sinan Uslu
Background Although the mechanism of action in newborns is unknown, sleep positioning is associated with many pathophysiological events. This study aimed to compare the effects of supine and prone sleeping positions on cardiac output (CO), systolic pulmonary arterial pressure (SPAP), and superior vena cava (SVC) flow in healthy newborns. Methods In the first 24–72 h of life, 40 healthy term newborns
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Specialty Follow -Up Care after Hospital Discharge of Patients with Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children associated with COVID-19 from a Rural Tertiary-care Hospital Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Inga Aikman, Brandon Wright, Stacey Applegate, Andrea Whitfield, Kamel Alachraf, Sruthipriya Sridhar, Dmitry Tumin, Salma Syed
Background The clinical features of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) have been well documented, but there is limited data regarding the short term and longitudinal outcomes of children living in rural areas. We report the demographic and clinical features, as well as the multi-specialty follow-up of patients with MIS-C served by a large tertiary care rural health system. Methods
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Postnatal Longitudinal Analysis of Serum Nitric Oxide and Eosinophil Counts in Extremely Preterm Infants Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Hirokazu Watanabe, Yosuke Washio, Kei Tamai, Daisaku Morimoto, Tomoka Okamura, Junko Yoshimoto, Hidehiko Nakanishi, Misao Kageyama, Atsushi Uchiyama, Hirokazu Tsukahara, Satoshi Kusuda
Background Nitric oxide (NO) may be related to the pathogenesis of several morbidities in extremely preterm infants, including late-onset adrenal insufficiency. However, eosinophilia is observed under pathological conditions with adrenal insufficiency. Therefore, this study explored postnatal changes in NO levels and eosinophil counts in extremely preterm infants with and without morbidities. Methods
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Emerging Importance of Multidrug-resistant Stenotrophomonas Maltophilia Infections in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in a Tertiary Center in Turkey Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Asuman Demirbuğa, Deniz Bahar Akgün Karapınar, Beril Yaşa, Betigül Öngen, Asuman Çoban, Ayper Somer, Elif Dede, Neslihan Mete Atasever, Selda Hançerli Törün
Objective Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an emerging multi-drug resistant, opportunistic pathogen in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). In this study, we aimed to assess the incidence, clinical features, antibiotic susceptibility, and treatment options of S. maltophilia infection among the healthcare-associated infectious (HAIs) in the neonatal unit. Methods In this study, the patients who were
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A survey of the current status of neonatal disseminated intravascular coagulation in neonatal intensive care units in Kyushu, Japan Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Shun Ichikawa, Shunsuke Araki, Daisuke Shimizu, Koichi Kusuhara, Akira Shirahata, Masayuki Ochiai, Satoshi Ibara
Background Neonatal disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a rare disease with a poor outcome. However, data on the incidence, treatment, and outcome of neonatal DIC are scarce. Thus, this study investigated the status of neonatal DIC in Japan. Methods We sent a retrospective questionnaire-based survey regarding the status of diagnosis and treatment of neonatal DIC from January 1, 2016, to
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Echocardiographic Characteristics and Clinical Outcomes in Fetuses with Pulmonary Stenosis or Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Chengcheng Pang, Yingyu Wang, Junjun Shen, Liuqing Yang, Yufen Li, Wei Pan
Objective To summarize echocardiographic characteristics of the anatomy and hemodynamic and clinical outcomes in fetuses with isolated pulmonary stenosis (PS) or pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum (PA/IVS). Methods This was a single-center retrospective study of fetuses with isolated PS or PA/IVS. Echocardiographic variables and clinical outcomes after delivery were evaluated and compared
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The Risk Factors, Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns, and Outcomes Associated with Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamases-Producing Pathogens In Pediatric Urinary Tract Infection Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Xin-Tian He, Chia-Ning Chang, Chia-Hsiang Yu, Chih-Chien Wang
Background Extended-spectrum β-lactamases-producing Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Proteus mirabilis (ESBL-producing-EKP) are an increasingly common cause of childhood urinary tract infection (UTI) worldwide. Recognizing the risk factors and antimicrobial resistance patterns may guide new management in this population. Methods This is a retrospective cohort study of over 5 years in Taiwan
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Diastolic Blood Pressure Impact on Pediatric Refractory Septic Shock Outcomes Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 En-Pei Lee, Chen-Wei Yen, Ming-Shun Hsieh, Jainn-Jim Lin, Oi-Wa Chan, Ya-Ting Su, Mu Chun-Ting, Han-Ping Wu, Shao-Hsuan Hsia
Background Septic shock is the progression of sepsis, defined as cardiovascular dysfunction during systemic infection, and it has a mortality rate of 40% to 80%. Loss of vascular tone is an important pathophysiological feature of septic shock. Diastolic blood pressure (DBP) was reported to be associated with vascular tone. This study aimed to identify the associations of several hemodynamic indices
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In-hospital care of children with COVID‐19 Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-21 Oi-Wa Chan, En-Pei Lee, Cheng-Che Chou, Shen-Hao Lai, Hung-Tao Chung, Jung Lee, Jainn-Jim Lin, Kai-Sheng Hsieh, Shao-Hsuan Hsia
Children have been reported to be less affected and to have milder severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection than adults during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. However, children, and particularly those with underlying disorders, are still likely to develop critical illnesses. In the case of SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, most previous studies have focused on adult
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Hypoxic ischemic neonatal demise in a mother with COVID-19 and acute kidney injury Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Yen-Chieh Meng, Sheng-Yuan Ho
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Delayed cord clamping: Moving from knowledge to practice Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-20 Shabih Manzar
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Associations among body mass index, abdominal adiposity, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in children Pediatr. Neonatol. (IF 2.1) Pub Date : 2023-10-09 Hsun-Chin Chao
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