Use of palivizumab with other infection control measures to control respiratory syncytial virus outbreaks in neonatal care units
Conclusion: During nosocomial outbreaks of RSV, administration of palivizumab to all infants in NICU appears to be rational and may help contain outbreaks. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Hammoud, M. S., Al-Taiar, A., Raina, A., Elsori, D., Al-Qabandi, S., Al-Essa, M. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Factors Associated with Stunting among Pre-school Children in Southern Highlands of Tanzania
Conclusions: Interventions that increase household wealth and improve water and sanitation conditions should be implemented to reduce stunting. Family planning activities and programmes supporting mothers during pregnancy and lactation can positively affect both newborns and older siblings. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Altare, C., Delbiso, T. D., Mutwiri, G. M., Kopplow, R., Guha-Sapir, D. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Effect of Treatment of Premature Infants with Respiratory Distress Using Low-cost Bubble CPAP in a Rural African Hospital
Conclusion: BCPAP has contributed significantly to favorable outcomes for preterm infants with RDS at AIC Kijabe Hospital. The use of this simple technology should be considered and studied for expansion to all hospitals in Kenya that care for preterm infants. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Myhre, J., Immaculate, M., Okeyo, B., Anand, M., Omoding, A., Myhre, L., Okeyo, L., Barasa, I., Letchford, S. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
A Valuable Tool in Predicting Poor Outcome due to Sepsis in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: Tp-e/QT Ratio
Conclusion: The ECG measurements can predict the poor outcome in patients with sepsis. The Tp-e/QT ratio may be a valuable tool in predicting mortality for patients with sepsis in the PICU. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Ozdemir, R., Isguder, R., Kucuk, M., Karadeniz, C., Ceylan, G., Katipoglu, N., Yilmazer, M. M., Yozgat, Y., Mese, T., Agin, H. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Impact of 20 Week Lifestyle Intervention Package on Anthropometric Biochemical and Behavioral Characteristics of Schoolchildren in North India
Conclusion: A school-based lifestyle intervention package favorably affected anthropometric (weight, waist circumference and triceps and biceps thickness) and behavioral parameters. At least 20 weeks of healthy lifestyle promoting intervention package should be included in school curriculum in each academic year for sustainable impact and behavioral change to reduce the burden of lifestyle disorders. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Thakur, J. S., Bharti, B., Tripathy, J. P., Dhawan, V., Bhansali, A. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Prevalence of Congenital Anomalies in a Secondary Care Hospital in South India: A Cross-Sectional Study
Discussion: The high prevalence of neural tube defects indicates the need for periconceptional folic acid supplementation and early detection of anomalies, which would help in timely management. Detection of musculoskeletal anomalies would help in counseling patients antenatally. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Cherian, A. G., Jamkhandi, D., George, K., Bose, A., Prasad, J., Minz, S. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Paramyxovirus Infection: Mortality and Morbidity in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Conclusions: Infections with paramyxoviruses account for 5% of PICU admissions and significant morbidity. Patient with premorbid history of malignancy and co-morbidity of bacteremia are associated with non-survival. March and July appeared to be the two peak months for PICU admissions with paramyxoviruses. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Tong, A. S. W., Hon, K. L., Tsang, Y. C. K., Chan, R. W. Y., Chan, C. C., Leung, T. F., Chan, P. K. S. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
Growth Characteristics of Contemporary School-age Nigerian Children
Conclusion: There is a risk of over-diagnosing short stature and underweight if health workers continue to use growth charts derived from other geographical areas. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Elusiyan, J. B. E., Ibekwe, M. U., Alkali, Y. S., Agwu, J. C. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
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Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - September 27, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Tags: In this issue Source Type: research
Plasmodium vivax Malaria Presenting with Multifocal Hemorrhagic Brain Infarcts in a School-going Child
We report this case to highlight the unusual radiologic findings in the patient, such as multifocal hemorrhagic infarcts in the brainstem, bilateral thalami, frontal cortex and basal ganglia, which have not been reported with P. vivax malaria. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Rathia, S. K., Sankar, J., Kandasamy, D., Lodha, R. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Pendred Syndrome in a Newborn with Neck Swelling: A Case Report
Background: Pendred syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive condition, characterized by functional impairment of thyroid gland and sensorineural hearing loss. The syndrome presents in patients with homozygous or compound heterozygous mutation. The presentation in the form of neck mass in a newborn is rare.
Case characteristics: A 1 month old baby presented to us with neck mass, which was found to be an enlarged thyroid gland. Thyroid function tests were consistent with hypothyroidism. Further evaluation revealed moderate sensorineural hearing loss; genetic analysis showed that baby was homozygous for the known mutations cau...
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Ajij, M., Shambhavi, , Patra, B., Singh, A., Kapoor, S. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases in Children: A Literature Review and Adjustment of Treatment
Necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, sometimes observed in young children, may lead to necrotizing stomatitis and noma. Therefore, its interception is a necessity and a challenge for the paediatric practitioners. First, this article aims to propose a systematic review of recent literature on the use of local antiseptic and antibiotic prescription in this particular periodontal condition. Then, a protocol is proposed to have a simple, costless and reproducible treatment on children. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Marty, M., Palmieri, J., Noirrit-Esclassan, E., Vaysse, F., Bailleul-Forestier, I. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
Lack of Utility of Nasopharyngeal Swabs for Diagnosis of Burkholderia pseudomallei Pneumonia in Paediatric Patients
Diagnosis of Burkholderia pseudomallei pneumonia in children is challenging. We investigated the utility of nasopharyngeal swabs taken from 194 paediatric patients on admission with radiologically proven pneumonia. Melioidosis was proven in 0.5% of samples tested and only in a third of those known to be bacteraemic with B. pseudomallei. It appears unlikely that culture of nasopharyngeal secretions is helpful to confirm B. pseudomallei pneumonia in paediatric patients. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Hearn, P., Turner, C., Suy, K., Soeng, S., Day, N. P. J., Turner, P. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
Pulmonary Mycobacterium abscessus Infection in a Patient with Triple A Syndrome
Gastroesophageal disorders such as achalasia can be associated with pulmonary disorders because of non-tuberculous mycobacteria, frequently masquerading as aspiration pneumonia. The optimal therapeutic regimen and duration of treatment for non-tuberculous mycobacteria lung disease is not well established. Here, we present an 11 year old male patient with Mycobacterium abscessus pulmonary disease and underlying triple A syndrome, who was successfully treated with 2 months of imipenem, amikacin, clarithromycin and continued for long-term antibiotic treatment. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Emiralioglu, N., Ersöz, D. D., Oguz, B., Saribas, Z., Yalcın, E., Özcelik, U., Özsürekci, Y., Cengiz, A. B., Kiper, N. Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research
Evaluation of a Portable Haemoglobin Metre Performance in Children with Sickle Cell Disease and Implications for Healthcare in Resource-poor Settings
Conclusion: Hb concentration determined by the portable testing system is comparable with that determined by the haematology analyser. We recommend its use as a point-of-care device for determining Hb concentration of SCD children in resource-poor settings where haematology analysers are not available. (Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics)
Source: Journal of Tropical Pediatrics - August 24, 2016 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Olatunya, O. S., Olu-Taiwo, A., Ogundare, E. O., Oluwayemi, I. O., Olaleye, A. O., Fadare, J. O., Adekoya-Benson, T., Fatunla, O., Agaja, O. T., Omoniyi, E., Oluwadiya, K. S. Tags: Original Papers Source Type: research
