Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatrics: Optimizing Diagnosis, Drug Selection, and Treatment Duration

Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatrics: Optimizing Diagnosis, Drug Selection, and Treatment Duration Review Abstract Background Pediatric antibiotic stewardship is not synonymous with reducing antibiotic use. It is the systematic effort to prescribe antibiotics only when necessary and, when treatment is indicated, to optimize antibiotic choice, dose,

Hidden Signs of GATA2 Deficiency: Why Doctors Miss This Rare Disorder

Hidden Signs of GATA2 Deficiency: Why Doctors Miss This Rare Disorder   Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.     Introduction GATA2 deficiency is the most common hereditary predisposition to pediatric myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), yet it remains one of the most frequently overlooked genetic disorders in clinical practice. This

Birth Weight Abnormalities And The Pitfall Of Ongoing Childhood Weight Perception Errors

Birth Weight Abnormalities And The Pitfall Of Ongoing Childhood Weight Perception Errors Overview Abnormal birth weight (BW) in young children may influence a mother's perception of her child's weight, potentially affecting health management. This study aimed to examine how children's BW impacts maternal misperceptions of their child's weight during early childhood. A retrospective

Scoliosis In Adolescents Identified By Comprehensive AI Technology

Scoliosis In Adolescents Identified By Comprehensive AI Technology Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is one of the most prevalent spinal deformities, impacting millions globally. The Cobb method has been the cornerstone for measuring spinal curvature and guiding treatment decisions. However, its application is hindered by significant inter-observer variability and time-consuming procedures. Emerging

Kawasaki disease: Meta Analysis Reveals A Capable Steroid Combination Therapy

Kawasaki disease: Meta Analysis Reveals A Capable Steroid Combination Therapy Overview Kawasaki disease (KD) poses significant challenges as an acute vasculitis primarily affecting the coronary arteries in children, potentially leading to fatal complications if left untreated. Corticosteroids, notably glucocorticoids, have emerged as crucial therapeutic agents in managing KD and associated cutaneous wounds.

Pediatric Cancer: An App For Pain Management

Pediatric Cancer: An App For Pain Management Pain, a pervasive and troubling symptom in childhood cancer, manifests in a significant portion of patients, affecting between 40% to 78% of those undergoing treatment. This distressing experience can arise either directly from the illness itself or as an adverse effect of the treatments

Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatrics: Optimizing Diagnosis, Drug Selection, and Treatment Duration