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👶 Article Spotlight: "Diagnostic Utility of pH-MII Monitoring in Preschool Children with Recurrent Wheeze and Suspected Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: A Prospective Study" Recurrent wheezing and gastroesophageal reflux disease (#GERD) often pose challenges in understanding their link, especially in young children. This prospective study explores the diagnostic potential of pH-MII monitoring in preschoolers with recurrent wheezing, shedding light on GERD-related therapy effects. 📌 Article Link: https://lnkd.in/dVwuAsVW 📣 Your Thoughts Matter! After reading, feel free to share your insights in the comments section below. #Healthcare #Diagnostics #Pediatrics #Research

🔬 Exciting Research Alert! 📊 Our recently published paper, "A systematic review and meta-regression on international trends in the incidence of ulcerative colitis in children and adolescents associated with socioeconomic and geographic factors," led by first author Jens Weidner, sheds light on the rising incidence of pediatric ulcerative colitis (UC) worldwide. 🌍👶 📌 Key Findings: The study covers trends from 1970 to 2019, revealing a notable increase in pediatric UC cases. Geographic variations play a significant role, indicating a complex interplay of environmental factors. Socioeconomic factors emerge as key contributors, influencing the incidence rates across different regions. 🤔 What's Known: UC rates in childhood and adolescence are on the rise globally. Environmental and lifestyle factors are suspected as potential causes. 💡 What's New: Our research, led by Jens Weidner, identifies the heterogeneity in UC incidence rates is linked to geographic and socioeconomic factors. These findings provide a crucial foundation for future research and health policies to address the growing burden of UC among young populations. 📚 Let's collaborate to advance our understanding and improve healthcare strategies for children and adolescents facing UC challenges. Read the full paper here [https://rdcu.be/dwl2V]. #PediatricUC #Research #Healthcare #UlcerativeColitis #GlobalHealth

Pediatric research can help your practice grow in many ways. By participating in research studies, you can access new knowledge, resources, and opportunities. You can also improve your quality of care, reputation, and revenue. Learn more at: https://hubs.ly/Q01WKmqw0 #PCC #PediatricResearch

📃Scientific paper: Ear microbiota and middle ear disease: a longitudinal pilot study of Aboriginal children in a remote south Australian setting Abstract: Background Otitis media (OM) is a major disease burden in Australian Aboriginal children, contributing to serious long-term health outcomes. We report a pilot analysis of OM in children attending an outreach ear and hearing clinic in a remote south Australian community over a two-year period. Our study focuses on longitudinal relationships between ear canal microbiota characteristics with nasopharyngeal microbiota, and clinical and treatment variables. Results Middle ear health status were assessed in 19 children (aged 3 months to 8 years) presenting in remote western South Australia and medical interventions were recorded. Over the two-year study period, chronic suppurative OM was diagnosed at least once in 7 children (37%), acute OM with perforation in 4 children (21%), OM with effusion in 11 children (58%), while only 1 child had no ear disease. Microbiota analysis of 19 children (51 sets of left and right ear canal swabs and nasopharyngeal swabs) revealed a core group of bacterial taxa that included Corynebacterium , Alloiococcus, Staphylococcus, Haemophilus, Turicella , Streptococcus , and Pseudomonas . Within-subject microbiota similarity (between ears) was significantly greater than inter-subject similarity, regardless of differences in ear disease ( p  = 0.0006). Longitudinal analysis revealed changes in diagnosis to be associated with more pronounced changes in microbiota characteristics, irrespective of time interval. Ear microbiota characteristics differe... Discover the rest of the scientific article on es/iode ➡️https://etcse.fr/y7D1a

🚑 Innovating Pediatric Emergency Care with PediAppRREST A groundbreaking simulation-based study, led by Francesco Corazza, Marta Arpone, deborah snijders, Adam Cheng, Valentina Stritoni, Pier Luigi Ingrassia, Marco De Luca, luca tortorolo, Anna Chiara Frigo, Liviana Da Dalt, Silvia Bressan, is set to evaluate the effectiveness of the PediAppRREST app in enhancing guideline adherence during pediatric cardiac arrest scenarios. Key Objectives: Assess the impact of the PediAppRREST app on reducing errors and delays in emergency responses. Compare outcomes with teams using traditional reference tools or no aids. Innovation in Training: The trial integrates advanced simulation techniques to provide real-time feedback and enhance decision-making skills under pressure. Ethics and Future Implications: Approved by the Ethics Committee of the University Hospital of Padova, this study promises to offer valuable insights into the use of digital aids in critical care settings. Results will inform further refinements of the app, with potential broad deployment to improve pediatric emergency care globally. 🔗 Dive into the study to learn more about this innovative approach to medical training and earn 1.0 #CME credit. https://lnkd.in/dKq8K_Q9 #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalSimulation #PediatricCare #EmergencyMedicine #DigitalHealth

Canadian Infants & Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUEs): A Multicentre Study Protocol 👶 A new multicentre retrospective study is set to delve into the clinical management and outcomes of Canadian infants presenting with BRUEs. While BRUEs are common and mostly benign, current guidelines may inaccurately categorize many patients as high-risk. This study aims to: 🔹 Describe the clinical management of infants with BRUEs in Canadian hospitals. 🔹 Validate new clinical prediction rules for BRUEs, previously limited to the USA. Key Points: 🔸 Conducted within the Canadian Paediatric Inpatient Research Network (PIRN). 🔸 Involves infants (<1 year) from 11 Canadian pediatric centers (2017-2021). 🔸 Primary outcome: Presence of a severe underlying illness. 🔸 Secondary outcomes: BRUE recurrence and hospital stay length. This research could provide valuable insights into the BRUE population in a Canadian healthcare setting and refine risk stratification for better patient care. Kudos to the dedicated team, Nassr Nama, Parnian Hosseini, Zerlyn Lee, Kara Picco, Jeffrey Bone, Jessica L Foulds, Anne-Sophie Lapierre, ANUPAM SEHGAL, Julie Quet, Olivier Drouin, Luu Thi Thuy Mai, Gemma Vomiero, Ronik Kanani, Joanna Holland, Ran D Goldman, Kristopher T Kang, Sanjay Mahant, Falla Jin, Joel Tieder, MD, MPH, Peter J. Gill, and the entire Canadian Paediatric Inpatient Research Network! https://ow.ly/REis50PXnA6 #BRUEs #CanadianHealthcare #PediatricResearch #ClinicalStudy #medicalresearch #cme #acapedia

☑️ *READ ABSTRACT BELOW:* Background: Infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) are exposed to frequent stressors that impact their neurodevelopmental outcomes. Parent presence and engagement are considered critical to improving infant outcomes, yet associations between cumulative NICU parent presence, engagement, and infant stress are infrequently examined. Purpose: To examine associations between NICU infant stress and the amount (hours per week) or frequency (days per week) of parent presence and skin-to-skin care (SSC). Methods: A secondary analysis of a data set representing 78 NICU families was conducted. Infant acuity was measured using Neonatal Medical Index (NMI) scores. Parent presence and SSC data were collected from electronic medical records. Infant stress was measured using resting salivary cortisol levels collected at NICU discharge (median = 33 days of life). Results: More cumulative SSC was associated with lower discharge cortisol in NICU infants for SSC measured in hours per week (P = .03) or days per week (P = .05). Cumulative parent presence was not significantly associated with infant cortisol at discharge. Hierarchical regression analyses examining timing of parent presence supported a model including admission cortisol, NMI score, and parent presence during weeks 1 to 4 of life for explaining infant stress at discharge (R2 = 0.44, P = .004). Analyses examining timing of SSC supported a model including admission cortisol, NMI score, and frequency of SSC during week 1 for explaining infant stress at discharge (R2 = 0.21, P = .04). Horner S. Adv Neonatal Care. 2024 Apr 1;24(2):132-140. doi: 10.1097/ANC.0000000000001146. Epub 2024 Feb 7. PMID: 38547480. #Gesundheit #Bildung #Fuehrung #Coaching #Mindset #Motivation #Gehirn #Neuroscience #Psychologie #Persoenlichkeitsentwicklung #Kindheit #KeyNoteSpeaker #Humangenetik #Biochemie #Neuroleadership #Ernaehrung #Transformation #Stress #Demografie #Gender #Age #interkulturelleKompetenz #Epigenetik #Veraenderung #EmotionaleIntelligenz #Change #Gesellschaft #Organisationsentwicklung #Philosophie #Beratung # Quantum

🌟 Breaking News: Promising Discovery in Infant Health! A New Lipid in Breast Milk Could Potentially Reduce Cerebral Palsy Risk in Newborns! 🍼👶 Hello #LinkedInCommunity! Here is a groundbreaking research that has the potential to revolutionize infant health. A recent study has identified a new lipid present in breast milk, opening doors to reducing the risk of cerebral palsy in newborns. Let's dive into the details of this remarkable breakthrough! 🌍  🔬 The Discovery: Researchers have discovered a previously unidentified lipid in breast milk that appears to play a crucial role in neuroprotection and brain development in infants. This exciting find suggests that this lipid might have a protective effect against cerebral palsy, a condition that impacts motor function and muscle control in children.                                                                                                              📢 Let's spread the word about this significant step forward in pediatric health, and let's continue to champion research that makes a difference in the lives of our youngest generation! 🌟👶                                                                                                                      #InfantHealth #MedicalBreakthrough #CerebralPalsyPrevention #PediatricResearch #HealthcareInnovation #athenaempub #JournalofPediatricAdvanceResearch

As a developing area in the United States, the Rio Grande Valley in Deep South Texas, is in an ever increasing struggle with the rise in obesity and diabetes among the population. As stated by Lacar, MD in JAMA pediatrics, "the Rio Grande Valley in particular, already has one of the highest rates in the country for type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults and mortality from cardiovascular causes." So, it is the function of this platform to talk about those issues and bring understanding and shed light through technology, research, and the leadership components. Our local communities are the most important element, they are the engine that allows for a healthy thriving society. It is critical to bring the best research and education to this population. We need to find a way forward, that can reduce the cost of health care, while allowing for a healthy happy community and people. This starts with leaders in our community, having the conversation and getting the information across and equipping the next generation of young people in the Rio Grande Valley with the proper tools to execute to succeed. The way forward, is not going to be evident but it is going to take work. And I will leave you all with the famous words by Winston Churchill, "Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm." #riograndevalley #texas #healthcare

The escalating prevalence of childhood obesity in the United States presents formidable challenges in pediatric healthcare, particularly regarding preoperative sedation. With obesity rates climbing from approximately 7% in 1980 to 18.5% in 2016 among children aged 2–19 years, a significant portion of this demographic now faces increased risks associated with sedation and anesthesia. Obesity introduces critical alterations in respiratory physiology, including lower airway obstruction, heightened asthma prevalence, obstructive sleep apnea, and reduced lung volumes, which collectively exacerbate the complexity of sedation protocols. Administering sedatives in obese pediatric patients necessitates nuanced clinical acumen to circumvent the pitfalls of over-sedation and under-sedation. Conventional dosing strategies, if solely reliant on total body weight, risk over-sedating the patient, while calculations based on lean body mass might not achieve sufficient sedation, potentially leading to patient distress and procedural complications. Moreover, obesity significantly influences the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of sedative drugs, demanding meticulous adjustment of dosages to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. Furthermore, the clinical landscape is compounded by the necessity to extend post-procedural observation periods, particularly for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), thereby increasing hospital length of stay and resource utilization. In addition to respiratory considerations, obesity elevates the risk of comorbidities such as hypertension and diabetes, further elevating the likelihood of perioperative adverse events. Read tuis article: https://bit.ly/49Xj2yS In response to these challenges, innovative approaches like the PEDIA anesthesia technique offer a promising alternative. By integrating play and dignity into the induction of anesthesia, PEDIA techniques circumvent the reliance on pharmacological sedation, thereby mitigating the associated risks and stressors for both patients and healthcare providers. This paradigm shift towards non-pharmacological induction methods exemplifies the evolving strategies in pediatric anesthesia, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and the psychological well-being of the child. #pedia #pediaballoons #childhoodobesity #Pediatricobesity #childhoodOSA #pediatricOSA #pediatricanesthesiainduction #pediatricsedation