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Pediatric Hodgkin Lymphoma, Past, Present and Future
Most children with Hodgkin lymphoma can be cured; the focus is now on reducing the toxicity of their treatments.
February 03, 2014
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Cognitive Dysfunction Predicts Delirium in Elderly Hip Fracture Patients
Teaser Teaser Teaser Teaser
January 01, 2014
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Considerations for the Pediatric Coma Patient: Not Just Small Adults
Physicians dealing with comatose infants and children face unique challenges. How do differences in the physiology of immature brains affect clinical decisions and monitoring of pediatric coma patients?
February 28, 2011
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Characterizing Viral Exanthems
Exanthems in children are most often related to viral infections. Some, like those of measles, are common, but many others are less well-recognized.
January 31, 2011
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Nephrotoxicity of Cancer Treatment in Children
Cytotoxic drugs, radiotherapy, and hemopoietic stem cell transplantation are all potential causes of nephrotoxicity in children with cancer. How can the risks be minimized?
December 29, 2010
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Physical Fitness, Activity and Training in Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Evidence is growing on the beneficial effects of exercise for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
December 06, 2010
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Aripiprazole for Irritability Associated With Autistic Disorder in Children and Adolescents Aged 6-17 Years
This drug profile of aripiprazole, recently approved to treat irritability in children and adolescents with autistic disorder, discusses its efficacy, safety and tolerability.
September 29, 2010
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What Does 'Meaningful Use' Mean for Pediatrics?
CMS provides reimbursement incentives for physicians who become 'meaningful users' of certified EHR technology. How can pediatricians--and their patients--benefit?
September 15, 2010
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Current Concepts in the Management of Early-Onset Idiopathic Scoliosis
A discussion of the diagnosis and etiology of early-onset scoliosis and new surgical techniques that may result in a better outcome and quality of life than traditional treatments.
August 12, 2010
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Vaccination Refusal and Parental Education: Lessons Learnt and Future Challenges
How can health care providers best recognize and acknowledge parents' concerns about vaccination, while persuading them of their safety and necessity?
July 08, 2010
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Comprehensive Pediatric Care of Rare Bleeding Disorders
This review summarizes best practices for early diagnosis and management of inherited rare bleeding disorders such as afibrinogenemia and other clotting factor deficiencies.
April 19, 2010
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Transfusions in the Critically Ill Pediatric Patient
Critically ill children in pediatric ICUs commonly require blood transfusions. This review summarizes the evaluation of anemia in acute illness and transfusion guidelines for the pediatric patient.
April 12, 2010
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Identification and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Update
A comprehensive review of the current diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorders, the latest screening tools, and the evidence relating to the view that the incidence of autism is on the rise.
March 24, 2010
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Low Levels of 25-Hydroxyvitamin D in the Pediatric Populations: Prevalence and Clinical Outcomes
With few natural dietary sources, vitamin D deficiency is becoming common in children, contributing to a host of serious health problems.
March 22, 2010
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Should We Screen Preterm Infants for Nephrocalcinosis? An Evidence-Based Decision
Nephrocalcinosis is increasingly recognized in premature infants in the NICU. Should preterm infants routinely be screened?
March 17, 2010
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Identification and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Update
Are autism spectrum disorders really on the rise, or is there another explanation for their high prevalence?
March 12, 2010
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Emergency Treatment Options For Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury
These interventions must be implemented without delay to reduce the degree of long term injury, or chance of death, in children with TBI.These interventions must be implemented without delay to reduce the degree of long term injury, or chance of death, in children with TBI.
December 09, 2009
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Vomiting in the Pediatric Age Group
The causes of vomiting in children range from the benign to the life-threatening. It is helpful to know the most likely causes when faced with the vomiting child.
December 02, 2009
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Scoliosis in Pediatric Patients: Comorbid Disorders and Screening
Scoliosis is usually, but not always, idiopathic. This article is a guide to screening for comorbid conditions when scoliosis is encountered in a child or adolescent.
November 10, 2009
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Gastrointestinal Manifestations of Food Allergy
Symptoms of food allergy include vomiting, reflux, abdominal pains, diarrhea and constipation.
September 21, 2009
