Pediatrics
Photo Rounds
Rash and fever in a 14-month-old girl
A careful examination of this toddler’s rash and a thorough history led us to the correct diagnosis.
Practice Alert
Catching up on the latest USPSTF recommendations
Screening is now encouraged for hepatitis B in those at high risk and for gestational diabetes at 24 weeks gestation. Low-dose aspirin is also...
News
AAN: Maternal valproate linked to kids’ physical, cognitive problems
Key clinical point: Evidence continues to mount about the dangers of fetal exposure to maternal valproate. Major finding: A quarter of children...
News
Neonatal abstinence syndrome on the rise
Conference Coverage
PAS: Low-dose hydrocortisone improves outcomes in extreme preemies
Key clinical point: In extremely premature neonates, prophylactic very-low-dose hydrocortisone improved the likelihood of survival free of...
Conference Coverage
PAS: Screen for postpartum depression during infant hospitalization
Key clinical point: Screening for maternal postpartum depression during an infant’s hospitalization captures large numbers of previously...
Conference Coverage
PAS: Screen for postpartum depression during infant hospitalization
Key clinical point: Screening for maternal postpartum depression during an infant’s hospitalization captures large numbers of previously...
Conference Coverage
PAS: Intervention eases transition from pediatric to adult care
Key clinical point: A coordinated health care transition intervention improved many aspects of quality care for youth with chronic illnesses....
Conference Coverage
NASPAG: Hormonal add-back prevents GnRH-A–related bone loss in adolescents
Key clinical point: Add-back therapy could allow for safe long-term GnRH-A therapy in adolescents with endometriosis. Major finding: Bone mineral...
Conference Coverage
PAS: Early antibiotics linked to later overweight
Key clinical point: Children who received oral antibiotics prior to 48 months of age were more likely to be overweight at ages 48-59 months.