Management of Pediatric Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction in Primary Care
Pediatric patients with suspected bowel and bladder dysfunction may not need specialty intervention if they receive appropriate treatment in primary care.
Pediatrics
Incorporating Autism Spectrum Disorder Training Into PA Education
Results from a survey deployed by the AAPA found that more PA students are willing to receive proper education and training on the signs of autism spectrum disorder.
First Anticoagulant Approved to Treat Symptomatic VTE in Pediatric Patients
The FDA has approved Fragmin, a low molecular weight heparin, for the treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism to reduce the recurrence of VTE in pediatric patients 1 month of age and older.
Higher Risk for Cancer, Mortality Seen With Pediatric-Onset IBD
Risk for cancer, mortality increased for patients with pediatric-onset ulcerative colitis, Crohn disease.
Low-Calorie Sweetened Drinks Do Not Cut Calories in Children
Low-, zero-calorie sweetened beverage consumers take in 200 extra calories daily vs water drinkers.
Nut Intake in First Trimester May Benefit Child Neurodevelopment
Children of mothers with the highest level of nut intake have better scores on cognitive tests.
Gene Therapy Cures Infants Born With SCID-X1
Infants with X-linked severe combined immunodeficiency were found to have fully functioning immune systems following treatment with gene therapy.
Are Febrile Seizures Associated With Increased Sudden Death Risk in Young Children?
Recent data suggest that FS may contribute to sudden unexplained death in childhood.
FDA Approves Ruzurgi for Children With Rare Autoimmune Disorder
Ruzurgi previously approved for treatment in adults with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome.
Childhood Trauma Associated With Increased Risk for Suicide in Schizophrenia
Investigator data shows a higher risk for suicide in patients with schizophrenia who have experienced childhood trauma with an increase in suicidal ideation linked to neglect and depression, while suicide attempts were associated with sexual abuse.
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