High Frequency Jet Ventilation (HFJV) is a form of mechanical ventilation that delivers tiny gas volumes (less than the anatomical dead space) at rapid rates. It has been used extensively in the United States and to a lesser extent in Australia to treat neonatal respiratory failu [....] » Read More
The Newborn Nursery Clinical Experience is an innovative, early exposure for medical students to the hospital setting and family medicine. Early in their second year, our medical students are immersed into the Newborn Nursery, while also experiencing the neonatal intensive care u [....] » Read More
The prevalence of autism and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) varies geographically and is increasing worldwide. Numerous factors are involved in the epigenetic inheritance of these disorders to include nutritional deficits and prenatal exposures to chemicals in t [....] » Read More
Background: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a series of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by social disorders, rigid behaviors and narrow interests.The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that the prevalence of ASD has been increasing over the past 50 year [....] » Read More
Due to the lack of studies examining trauma-related injury and fatality trends and their implications on pediatric populations, this study aimed to address the gap in research and to identify the magnitude and the impact of unintentional injuries by exploring trends in trauma cas [....] » Read More
Dermatoglyphic patterns are defined as lines formed by the arrangement of epidermal structures on the inner surface of the hands and feet. Epidermal patterns first emerge in the sixth week of gestation and, once established, remain static throughout an individual's lifetime w [....] » Read More
Immunization remains one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, saving millions of lives from preventable diseases and disabilities. Vaccination schedules vary by age, with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, recommending complete immu [....] » Read More
Introduction: The medical use of ionizing radiation has expanded worldwide. Advanced imaging technology has opened new horizons to diagnostics and improved patient care. Radiation is energy emitted in the form of waves or particles, transmitted through an intervening medium or sp [....] » Read More
Pediatric nutrition plays a critical role in the healthy development and growth of children, influencing both immediate well-being and long-term health outcomes. However, food insecurity—defined as the lack of consistent access to sufficient, nutritious food—poses a s [....] » Read More
Hepatoblastoma, though rare among pediatric cancers, is the most common pediatric liver cancer, and has seen significant advancements in diagnosis and treatment. Treatment strategies differ internationally. Complete surgical resection of the tumor at the time of diagnosis, follow [....] » Read More
Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine, that elaborates on many issues related to health, disease, treatment of diseases, and prevention of diseases. In this regard, Ayurveda explained several principles and conducts for healthy progeny and the birth of a healthy child. Despit [....] » Read More
Purpose: Adverse events following paediatric spinal deformity surgery in the United Kingdom suffers from significant reporting gaps, as current data relies predominantly on voluntary incident submissions. This retrospective study seeks to comprehensively assess the incidence of a [....] » Read More
Title : Electronic quantitation of sucking in infants
Neil R M Buist, Oregon Health & Science University, United States
Background: Feeding problems in small infants are extremely common; they are usually assessed by trained clinical observers. We describe a small device that captures continuous sucking pressures that can be used to provide information about a number of oral physiologic parameters [....] » Read More
Title : Impact of congenital heart defects on the developing brain
Catherine Fallet Bianco, Sainte-Justine University Hospital, Canada
Congenital heart defects (CHDs) affect up to 1% of all live births. They are responsible for neurodevelopmental delays initially attributed to brain damage resulting from heart surgery. Subsequently, a growing number of studies have reported that prenatal imaging can detect brain [....] » Read More
Title : These speaking hands
Jeanne Magagna, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, United Kingdom
I will show through music, pictures and videos adults’ meaningful hand gestures and the baby’s hands conveying what the baby is experiencing both physically and emotionally when alone and in relation to others. NICU babies with nasogastric tube [....] » Read More
Title : Etiology understanding of the anatomical disruption of the craniofacial bones in children is a corner stone for a proper management
Ali Al Kasissi, Orthopedic Hospital Speising, Austria
Instant clinical recognition of abnormal craniofacial contour can facilitate the diagnostic process and enhance proper management. Overlooking minor or major anatomical disruptions of the craniofacial bones can lead to endless sophisticated unnecessary and time consuming investig [....] » Read More
Title : ESPASSI© screening tool for the detection of variables associated with the prodrome of autism in early infancy
Hanna Alonim, The Mifne Center for Treatment Research and Training, Israel
Introduction: The worldwide prevalence of autism points out of 2% of the population. Although we still lack biological markers for autism, there is evidence of autism-related patterns of behavior as early as the first year of life. On the other hand, there is still much kno [....] » Read More
Title : Nourishing the Future: A process improvement project to standardize and enhance feeding strategies for Late Preterm Infants (LPIs)
Patricia Vandergrift, Novant Health, United States
Context: This project took place in a 25-bed Mother-Baby Unit and a 56-bed Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in North Carolina, aimed at addressing the specialized care needs of late preterm infants (LPIs) through a statewide collaboration focused on quality improvement. A mul [....] » Read More
Title : The effects of belinostat and long-term AsiDNA treatment on gene expression in glioblastoma
Tehreem Fatima, University of Connecticut, United States
Glioblastoma (GBM), the most aggressive primary brain tumor, is marked by high recurrence rates and poor survival outcomes. Current therapies have limited efficacy due to the tumor's ability to evade treatment by leveraging diverse molecular mechanisms. This study explores th [....] » Read More
Title : Probiotics in NICU – the good, the bad and the ugly
Vlad Dima, Filantropia Clinical Hospital, Romania
The gut microbiome is a dynamic environment, seeded during infancy, that stimulates the immune response and supports healthy human development. The microbial flora in the newborn's gut is influenced by many factors, including maternal microbiota, mode of delivery (cesarean vs [....] » Read More
Title : Influence of environmental factors on mineralization of dental hard tissues
Nana Suladze, International Dental Centre ISO, Georgia
Introduction: The important task of medical ecology is to examine the accumulation of the air harmful compounds in the human body's tissues and organs. Environmental pollution can be defined by physical and chemical methods and biological indicators: teeth, bones, hair, blood [....] » Read More
Title : Newborn jaundice is always a challenge
Biljana Vuletic, University of Kragujevac, Serbia
The appearance of jaundice in every newborn, regardless of gestational age, which lasts 14 days (even though they are breastfeeding)should be examined for differential diagnosis.The examination involves initial, basal laboratory analyzes (conjugated bilirubin, aminotra [....] » Read More
Title : Development and practice of an action-research-based intervention plan for breastfeeding guidelines
Yiwen Zhou, Capital Medical University, China
The presentation will focus on the development and implementation of an action-research-based breastfeeding guidance program aimed at improving maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy. Using action research, the program was constructed, refined, and evaluated through iterative cycle [....] » Read More
Title : Role of human milk oligosaccharides (HMO’s) in epigenetic modulation of bacterial pathogens in infants and toddlers
Aftab Yusuf Raj, Square Multidisciplinary Tertiary Care Hospital, Bangladesh
Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMO’s) Is The 3rd Most Abundant Content Of Breast Milk. HMO’s has diverse impact. On growth and development of infants and toddlers. It’s a complex carbohydrate, partly digested inside our colon. Undigested. Fermented residual of HMO [....] » Read More
Title : Factors associated with respiratory distress syndrome in preterm neonates admitted to a tertiary hospital in kabul city: A retrospective cross-sectional study
Mansoor Aslamzai, Kabul University of Medical Sciences, Afghanistan
Background: Prematurity is one of the primary causes of infant death in Afghanistan, and it complicates a variety of critical issues, such as respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Although RDS has been associated with serious consequences, there is a lack of scientific information [....] » Read More
Title : Evaluation of the factors associated with anemia in neonates admitted to the neonatal unit of maiwand teaching hospital: A cross-sectional study
Mansoor Aslamzai, Kabul University of Medical Sciences, Afghanistan
Background: While anemia has been associated with severe outcomes in neonates, there is a lack of scientific data regarding the associated factors of this problem in newborn babies of Afghanistan; hence, this study was undertaken to fill that gap. The objective of this study was [....] » Read More
Title : Sensory processing disorder and its effect on children's skills and development in autism disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and learning disabilities: A review article
Navid Mirzakhani, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Introduction: Sensory processing is an important stage in performance during which the organization and interpretation of received messages is Done, and finally the final decision is made. Development in an efficient sensory-perceptual-motor processing system plays an essential r [....] » Read More
Title : Is it safe to limit screening for retinopathy of prematurity after 32 gestational weeks?
Sanja Knezevic, University of Kragujevac Serbija, Serbia
Introduction/Objective: To analyze risk factors in prematurely born children for severe form of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Methods: Our prospective cohort study included 769 preterm infants divided according to gestational age, into three groups: group I ( [....] » Read More
Title : Breastmilk - magic, miracles and marvels! Some interesting musings
Amrita Desai, 9M Ankura Hospital, India
This presentation will deal with situations which are encountered by lactation professionals globally, fairly commonly and some rarely. This talk will deal with how solutions need to be conjured from thin air at times pertaining to the problem at hand and may not always be availa [....] » Read More
Title : From paper to digital growth charts in a tertiary NICU: A quality improvement project
Lauren Ferretti, Cambridge University Hospitals, United Kingdom
Background: The widespread adoption of Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Systems in neonatal units has resulted in improved accuracy of documentation, more efficient storage and retrieval of patient data, and has the environmental benefit of reduced paper use. At a tertiary ne [....] » Read More
Title : Sensory processing in infants aged 0-6 months
Navid Mirzakhani, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Introduction: This study investigates the sensory processing characteristics of infants aged 0 to 6 months, aiming to understand their sensory behaviours in comparison to peers. Recognizing the significance of sensory processing in early development, the research seeks to inform [....] » Read More
Title : Neurological and cognitive aspects in down syndrome
Mecheri Saida, Mother and Child Hospital of Army, Algeria
Background and aim: Down syndrome (trisomy 21) is an inherited disorder caused by a congenital chromosomal abnormality caused by the presence of an extra chromosome for the 21st pair. The incidence is about 1 in 770 births, all pregnancies combined, and varies according to t [....] » Read More
Title : Perinatal asphyxia in term newborns, risk factors
Mecheri Saida, Mother and Child Hospital of Army, Algeria
Background and aim: Perinatal asphyxia is the inability of newborns to initiate and maintain effective breathing at birth. It is a common neonatal problem globally that contributes significantly to newborn morbidity and mortality, especially in developing countries, with dif [....] » Read More
Title : Pneumothorax in the newborn
K Boudhar, Mother Child Hospital of Army, Algeria
Background and Aims: Pneumothorax occurs more frequently in the newborn period than at any other time of life and it can be a cause or complication of respiratory distress. The aims of this study was : To study the different causes of pneumothorax. Propose ways to redu [....] » Read More
Title : Ventilated newborns with neonatal respiratory distress in a reference neonatal intensive care unit in Algeria
K Boudhar, Mother Child Hospital of Army, Algeria
Background and Aims: We aimed to determine the etiologies and outcome of ventilated newborn with NRD in a tertiary health care center of Algeria. Methods: A retrospective recruiting was conducted over a period of five years (2017-2021), in which were included all newbo [....] » Read More