Meta-analysis finds high mortality and morbidity for neonates on mechanical ventilation in low-resource settings
Over half of newborns on life support in poor areas still die in the hospital
A systematic review and prognostic meta-analysis examined outcomes for neonates receiving invasive mechanical ventilation in low-resource se…
A major review found that more than 40 percent of newborns needing breathing machines in low-resource settings do not survive their hospital…
Systematic review and meta-analysis compares piperacillin-tazobactam and cefepime in pediatric febrile neutropenia
Two Antibiotics for Fever in Kids: One Works a Day Faster
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates piperacillin-tazobactam versus cefepime monotherapy in 470 episodes of pediatric febrile …
When a child on chemotherapy gets a fever, doctors have two main antibiotic choices, and a new analysis of 470 cases shows they work equally…
Systematic review suggests interdental brushes may reduce plaque and inflammation in orthodontic patients compared with other methods
Interdental brushes might help reduce plaque and gum inflammation for patients with braces
This systematic review evaluated interdental brushes (IDB) versus toothbrushing alone, floss, orthodontic toothbrushes, monotufted brushes, …
A review of studies found that using interdental brushes with braces may lower plaque and gum swelling better than just flossing. However, t…
Review of pediatric fundoscopic evaluation for increased intracranial pressure
Eye Exams May Catch Dangerous Brain Pressure in Kids Sooner
This narrative review examines the use of fundoscopic examination to detect increased intracranial pressure in children. The authors synthes…
A new review shows eye exams can help doctors spot dangerous brain pressure in children earlier, which may prevent serious brain damage.
Scoping review of fetal lymphangioma management in a case report series
Giant fetal cysts need careful care not just surgery for survival
This scoping review synthesizes evidence from one case report and 20 additional case reports regarding fetal abdominal and abdominopelvic ly…
A rare giant fluid cyst in a fetus shows that some cases need long-term support instead of immediate surgery for the best outcome
Meta-analysis compares total vs partial fundoplication for pediatric GERD
Partial Fundoplication Lowers Dysphagia Risk in Children with GERD
This meta-analysis of 2633 patients younger than 18 years with GERD found that total fundoplication (Nissen) was associated with a higher ri…
In children with GERD, partial fundoplication reduces postoperative swallowing problems compared to total fundoplication, while reflux contr…
FDA Approves Children's Advil (ibuprofen) for Fever and Minor Aches in Children
FDA approves Children's Advil for fever and pain in kids ages 2 and up.
The FDA approved Children's Advil (ibuprofen) for temporary reduction of fever and relief of minor aches and pains due to common cold, flu, …
The FDA approved Children's Advil (ibuprofen) for over-the-counter use in children as young as 2 years to reduce fever and relieve minor ach…
FDA Approves Children's Advil (ibuprofen) for Fever and Minor Aches in Children
FDA approves Children's Advil for fever and pain relief in kids.
The FDA approved Children's Advil (ibuprofen) oral suspension for temporary fever reduction and relief of minor aches and pains due to commo…
The FDA has approved Children's Advil (ibuprofen) for over-the-counter use in children to reduce fever and relieve minor aches and pains. It…
Systematic review and meta-analysis on BCG lymphadenitis incidence in healthy children
A review of one point eight million children shows BCG vaccine side effects vary greatly depending on how doctors watch for them
This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized data on BCG lymphadenitis incidence in healthy children. The pooled incidence proportio…
This large review looked at swelling near the injection site in healthy kids given the BCG vaccine. The chance of this happening changed a l…
FDA Approves Ngenla (somatrogon-ghla) for Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency
FDA approves once-weekly growth hormone drug Ngenla for children
FDA approved Ngenla (somatrogon-ghla) for treatment of pediatric patients aged 3 years and older with growth failure due to inadequate secre…
The FDA approved Ngenla (somatrogon-ghla), a once-weekly injection for children 3 and older with growth failure due to low growth hormone. I…
Literature review enhances awareness and management strategies for plastic bronchitis in pediatric populations
Plastic Bronchitis Is A Rare But Serious Threat To Kids
This literature review addresses plastic bronchitis within pediatric populations. The authors note that the sample size and specific study s…
A rare lung disease in children is getting better treatment options thanks to new imaging tools and drugs that clear dangerous airway blocka…
Clinical decision support tool improves pediatric hypertension recognition in rural clinics
This does not mean every clinic needs expensive consultants
An RCT found a clinical decision support tool significantly increased BP remeasurement and hypertension recognition in pediatric patients wi…
A new digital helper finds hidden high blood pressure in rural children when doctors get extra training and support.