Xu Zheng, Dan He, Zixin Yang, Lu Chen, Min Jiang, Yujie Qi, Fei Qin, Jie Yu, Yaguang Peng, Ling Liu, Mingyan Hei
{"title":"Dwell time and bloodstream infection incidence of umbilical venous catheterization in China","authors":"Xu Zheng, Dan He, Zixin Yang, Lu Chen, Min Jiang, Yujie Qi, Fei Qin, Jie Yu, Yaguang Peng, Ling Liu, Mingyan Hei","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12403","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ped4.12403","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Importance Central line‐associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is one of the most serious complications of central venous access devices. Reducing the risk of CLABSI is of utmost significance in efforts to improve neonatal mortality rates and enhance long‐term prognosis. Objective To determine the dwell time and incidence of CLABSI of umbilical venous catheterization (UVC) for preterm infants in China. Methods Preterm infants with UVC admitted to 44 tertiary neonatal intensive care units in 24 provinces in China were enrolled. Study period was from November 2019 to August 2021. The end point of observations was 48 h after umbilical venous (UV) catheter removal. The primary outcomes were dwell time of UV catheter and UVC‐associated CLABSI. Data between infants with UV catheter dwell time ≤7 days and >7 days, and with birth weight (BW) ≤1000 g and >1000 g were compared. Results In total, 2172 neonates were enrolled (gestational age 30.0 ± 2.4 weeks, BW 1258.5 ± 392.8 g). The median UV catheter dwell time was 7 (6–10) days. The incidence of UVC‐associated CLABSI was 3.03/1000 UV catheter days. For infants with UV catheter dwell time ≤7 days and >7 days, the UVC‐associated CLABSI incidence was 3.71 and 2.65 per 1000 UV catheter days, respectively, P = 0.23. For infants with UVC dwell times of 3–6, 7–12, and 13–15 days, the UVC‐associated CLABSI rates were 0.14%, 0.68%, and 2.48% ( P < 0.01). The Kaplan–Meier plot of UV catheter dwell time to CLABSI showed no difference between infants with BW ≤1000 g and >1000 g ( P = 0.60). Interpretation The median dwell time of UV catheter was 7 days, and the incidence of UVC‐associated CLABSI was 3.03/1000 catheter days in China. The daily risk of UVC‐associated CLABSI and other complications increased with the dwell time.","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136185286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Safety of removal of ProSeal laryngeal mask airway in children in the supine versus lateral position in a deep plane of anesthesia: A randomized controlled trial","authors":"Shweta Dhiman, Anju R. Bhalotra, Kavita R. Sharma","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12401","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/ped4.12401","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Importance When a ProSeal laryngeal mask airway (PLMA) is removed with the child in a deep plane of anesthesia, the upper airway muscle tone and protective upper airway reflexes may be obtunded. Objective To determine whether the supine or lateral position is safer for the removal of a PLMA in deeply anesthetized children by comparing the incidence of upper airway complications. Methods This randomized single‐blind comparative trial was conducted at a tertiary care hospital between January 2020 and September 2020. Forty children of the American Society of Anesthesiologists class I/II of ages 1–12 years age undergoing surgery under general anesthesia with PLMA used as the definitive airway device were recruited. Patients were randomly allocated to lateral group or supine group for PLMA removal in a deep plane of anesthesia in the lateral or supine position. The primary outcome was the number of patients experiencing one or more upper airway complications and the secondary outcomes were incidence of individual respiratory adverse effects and of severe airway complications. Results The incidence of airway complications was 30% in the supine group and 20% in the lateral group ( P = 0.6641). Incidence of laryngospasm, immediate stridor, and excessive secretions were similar. Early stridor and oxygen desaturation were higher in the supine group ( P = 0.0374, P = 0.0183 respectively). Interpretation The overall incidence of upper airway complications was similar with the removal of a PLMA in the supine or lateral position in deeply anesthetized children. The incidence of oxygen desaturation and stridor were higher with PLMA removal in the supine as compared to the lateral position.","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134957900","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pediatric InvestigationPub Date : 2023-09-14eCollection Date: 2023-09-01DOI: 10.1002/ped4.12400
Anqi Zhao, Chaolan Pan, Ming Li
{"title":"Biologics and oral small-molecule inhibitors for treatment of pediatric atopic dermatitis: Opportunities and challenges.","authors":"Anqi Zhao, Chaolan Pan, Ming Li","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12400","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12400","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a complex disease characterized by recurrent eczematous lesions and refractory pruritus that drastically impairs quality of life. Due to the chronic and relapsing course, patients are easily trapped in the debilitating condition. Classical therapies show limitations, especially for patients with moderate-to-severe phenotypes. Advanced new insights in targeted therapies exhibit great application prospects which were reinforced by the more profound understanding of the disease pathogenesis. However, the sustained efficiency, biosafety, and long-term benefits still remain in further exploration. This review summarizes recent clinical studies on oral small-molecule inhibitors and biological agents for pediatric AD patients, which provides the latest frontiers to clinicians.</p>","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/34/51/PED4-7-177.PMC10509388.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41144126","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pediatric InvestigationPub Date : 2023-09-04eCollection Date: 2023-09-01DOI: 10.1002/ped4.12399
Yumeng Wang, Xinyi Wang, Ting Chen, Chaolan Pan, Ming Li
{"title":"A case of familial incontinentia pigmenti in infancy without hyperpigmented stage.","authors":"Yumeng Wang, Xinyi Wang, Ting Chen, Chaolan Pan, Ming Li","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12399","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12399","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-09-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/50/d2/PED4-7-220.PMC10509384.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41105889","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The update of treatment strategies in pediatrics with generalized pustular psoriasis in China.","authors":"Yunliu Chen, Xin Xiang, Zhaoyang Wang, Chaoyang Miao, Zigang Xu","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12395","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12395","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a severe subtype of psoriasis, commonly combined with systemic inflammation. Gene mutations have been found to be associated with GPP and vary by ethnicity. Systemic treatments are usually required for the severity and potential complications of GPP. However, there is no common consensus in China, especially among pediatric patients, whose data are scarce. Acitretin, methotrexate, and cyclosporine are widely used in pediatrics with GPP, while the adverse effects should be highlighted. The emergence of different biological agents brings us into a new era. This article discusses the genetic background of Chinese patients and demonstrates the evidence of treatment in pediatrics with GPP.</p>","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/fd/44/PED4-7-191.PMC10509407.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41146726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pediatric InvestigationPub Date : 2023-08-30eCollection Date: 2023-09-01DOI: 10.1002/ped4.12397
Shixiao Dong, Li Li, Jiaosheng Xu, Zhonglong Han, Xia Zheng
{"title":"Rapid response with good toleration of sirolimus for life-threatening neonatal lymphatic malformations.","authors":"Shixiao Dong, Li Li, Jiaosheng Xu, Zhonglong Han, Xia Zheng","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12397","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12397","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Lymphatic malformations (LMs) are rare vascular anomalies predominantly affecting infants, which can be debilitating or life-threatening when complicated with intralesional bleeding or infection. Effective and safe management strategies are essential in such cases.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>We report a case series involving four Chinese neonates with life-threatening LMs, initially treated with oral sirolimus. All patients achieved rapid relief and sustained remission, using a lower sirolimus dosage than previously recommended. Furthermore, adverse events were rarely recorded during follow-up.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Sirolimus can be considered a promising choice for neonates with intricate and life-threatening LMs. Initiation with a reduced sirolimus dose is advisable.</p>","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/65/f0/PED4-7-206.PMC10509387.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41137562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical epidemiology and disease burden of adenoviral encephalitis in hospitalized children in China: A nationwide cross-sectional study.","authors":"Jiao Tian, Xinyu Wang, Linlin Zhang, Qi Li, Guoshuang Feng, Yueping Zeng, Ran Wang, Zhengde Xie","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12396","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12396","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Importance: </strong>Adenovirus encephalitis is a significant infectious disease of the central nervous system that commonly affects children under the age of 5 and has a profound impact on the health of infants and young children throughout China. National multicenter epidemiological studies have significant public health implications.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aims to report the epidemiology of adenovirus encephalitis in hospitalized children in China, providing valuable guidance for clinicians.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The data utilized in this study were extracted from the comprehensive Futang Update Medical Records database, which comprises discharge medical records collected by 27 tertiary children's hospitals between January 2016 and December 2018 in China. Specifically, the face sheet of discharge medical records encompassed critical sociodemographic variables and basic medical care details.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In this database, a total of 544 children were hospitalized due to adenoviral encephalitis. The male-to-female ratio was 1.62:1, with more boys being affected across different age groups and places of residence. Of the children hospitalized, the highest number of hospitalizations occurred in the 1-3-year age group and the number of hospitalizations decreased each year from 2016 to 2018. The disease exhibits seasonal characteristics with a pronounced peak in the summer months of June and July. While most children (58%) did not have any significant complications, one-third of them developed respiratory complications, including pneumonia and acute bronchitis. The median length of stay for adenoviral encephalitis was 7 days, and the median cost of hospitalization was 2145.56 US dollars.</p><p><strong>Interpretation: </strong>This study highlights the prevalence of adenovirus encephalitis in hospitalized children in China. Children aged 1-3 years were found to be the main demographic hospitalized due to this condition, with boys being significantly more affected than girls. The seasonal variations of adenovirus encephalitis were also found to be significant. Fortunately, the fatality rate associated with this condition was low, and the prognosis was generally favorable.</p>","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10693664/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84484343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Rare case of secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in a patient with disseminated histoplasmosis.","authors":"Hatem Alzahrani, Melanie Pancoast, Kody Finstad, Nicole Pele, Francisca Fasipe, Mohamed Elsaid","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12392","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12392","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/9e/95/PED4-7-222.PMC10509400.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41163055","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pediatric InvestigationPub Date : 2023-08-01eCollection Date: 2023-12-01DOI: 10.1002/ped4.12394
Lieu Thu Thi Nguyen, Cuong Danh Tran, Ha Thu Thi Nguyen, Hai Thanh Phan, Linh Thuy Nguyen, Huong Lan Thi Nguyen, Anh Hoai Thi Ta, Chau Quynh Thi Pho, Khanh Nam Do, Anh Kim Dang, Huong Thi Le
{"title":"Nutritional status of Vietnamese infants assessed by Fenton growth chart and related factors: A cross-sectional study.","authors":"Lieu Thu Thi Nguyen, Cuong Danh Tran, Ha Thu Thi Nguyen, Hai Thanh Phan, Linh Thuy Nguyen, Huong Lan Thi Nguyen, Anh Hoai Thi Ta, Chau Quynh Thi Pho, Khanh Nam Do, Anh Kim Dang, Huong Thi Le","doi":"10.1002/ped4.12394","DOIUrl":"10.1002/ped4.12394","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Importance: </strong>Nutritional status of infants, measured by birth weight and length, is an essential factor in neonatal development. Malnutrition in newborns may lead to a higher risk of mortality, neurological and cognitive impairment, and poor language development.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aims to assess the nutritional status of infants and related factors regarding maternal anthropometric characteristics and medical history.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted at the National Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vietnam from May 2021 to May 2022 on 340 infants and mothers. Low birth weight was defined following the Intergrowth-21 standards. Stunting was evaluated using the Fenton growth chart when the length was below the 10% percentile line of the gestational week. Multivariate regression models were applied to identify factors associated with the nutritional status of infants.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We found that 12.4% and 14.1% of infants in our study fell into stunted and underweight categories, respectively. Infants of mothers over 35 years old, having a height lower than 150 cm or experiencing anemia during pregnancy were more likely to be stunted or have low birth weight. Serum albumin deficiency during pregnancy was strongly associated with the infant being underweight (odds ratio [OR] = 2.8, 95% confidence interval [95%CI] 1.1-7.3). Newborns were more likely to be stunted if their mothers had a history of preterm birth (OR = 3.3, 95%CI 1.1-10.2).</p><p><strong>Interpretation: </strong>Maternal nutritional status is closely related to infant malnutrition, particularly in preterm infants. Improving the understanding of mothers regarding prenatal care, reproductive healthcare, adequate nutritional diet, and multi-micronutrient supplements during pregnancy is therefore important.</p>","PeriodicalId":19992,"journal":{"name":"Pediatric Investigation","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10693659/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81548815","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}