{"title":"Use of pulse oximetry as an investigative test for paediatric respiratory sleep disorders.","authors":"Lucy Everitt, Phoebe Roberts, Hazel J Evans","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2022-324846","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2022-324846","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The article covers the following elements: practical and technological considerations for optimising data collection and output; reference ranges for oximetry parameters across the ages; things to consider when interpreting a pulse oximetry study (eg, sleep/wake times); the ability of pulse oximetry to predict obstructive sleep apnoea; using oximetry as a screening tool for sleep disordered breathing in children with Down syndrome; things to consider when setting up a home oximetry service; and a case of an infant being weaned from oxygen using pulse oximetry studies.</p>","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"429-438"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9583155","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":"How to solve a clinical conundrum: Have you tried a trio exome analysis?","authors":"Felicity Beal, Richard Coward, Caroline Platt","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2021-322910","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2021-322910","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The following report describes the clinical journey of a 5-month-old male infant who presented with a significant kidney injury following a diarrhoeal illness. His course was complicated by severe hypertension and a number of acute life-threatening events necessitating periods of time on the intensive care unit, where he received ventilatory support and underwent renal replacement therapy and treatment with a monoclonal antibody therapy.We take the reader on a stepwise journey from presentation through to final diagnosis, discussing important biochemical, haematological and radiological features where learning points are discussed. Guidance on the use of genomic testing strategies for the non-geneticist is provided in some detail with a particular focus on the trio exome analysis that identified the diagnosis for this young boy.This complex case not only provides a number of excellent learning opportunities but also highlights the importance of early involvement of the clinical genetics team and the relevance of the trio exome analysis for rapid identification of rare monogenic diseases.</p>","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"456-462"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9761484","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":"Safeguarding children a priority.","authors":"David Lewis","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-326307","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-326307","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"392-393"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"61566193","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":"Diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease in children.","authors":"Atessa Bahadori, Nicole Ritz, Petra Zimmermann","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325398","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325398","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lyme disease is a zoonotic infection caused by the spirochete <i>Borrelia burgdorferi</i> sensu lato which is transmitted to humans mainly by tick bites. The global incidence of Lyme disease is rising, and children are more frequently affected. The disease can manifest in various organs causing non-specific symptoms. The lack of sensitive and specific diagnostic tests makes the management of Lyme disease challenging. This article offers up-to-date clinical algorithms for the management of children with suspected or diagnosed Lyme disease.</p>","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"422-428"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41156805","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":"Widespread rash, leg pain and increased muscle bulk.","authors":"Siddhi Chawla, Aditya Charan, Gajanand Singh Tanwar","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-326135","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-326135","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"467-468"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"50159401","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":"Acute safeguarding essentials in modern-day paediatrics.","authors":"Helen Thomas, Daniel Cromb, Hannah Jacob","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325773","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325773","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This case series addresses the complexities of child safeguarding in modern-day paediatrics, exploring common themes and key pieces of legislation, while emphasising the centrality of the child's welfare in decision-making at all times. It discusses the evolving nature of child protection, including the importance of a multiagency approach and the rising impact of the internet and social media on child welfare, necessitating awareness of online risks and the development of mitigation strategies. Each article presents a case vignette, prompts for consideration, discussions on specific safeguarding concerns, practical considerations, and relevant legislation. Key learning points are emphasised, with links to additional freely available online resources. Ultimately, the series aims to equip paediatric professionals with the necessary tools and techniques to manage safeguarding cases and prioritise the well-being of children and young people.</p>","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"394-396"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"61566191","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":"Mysterious chronic skin lesions.","authors":"Hortense Petat, Billal Tedbirt, Abdeljallil Zeggay, Isabelle Michelet, Claire Morin, Christophe Marguet","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325412","DOIUrl":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-325412","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":" ","pages":"361-362"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9313954","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":"Four months of tuberculosis (TB) treatment is non-inferior to the current 6-month treatment in drug-susceptible paediatric TB.","authors":"Graciaa Singhal, Amanda Jane Friend","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2022-324395","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1136/archdischild-2022-324395","url":null,"abstract":"Study design Design: An openlabel, noninferiority, randomised controlled trial. Allocation: 1:1 allocation, stratified by age, HIV status, treating centre and ethambutol use. Blinding: Single blinding of diagnosis and endpoint tuberculosis (TB) review committees. Study question Setting: Uganda, Zambia, South Africa and India. Patients: 1204 children (aged <16 years) with symptomatic, nonsevere, smearnegative TB due to the start of firstline treatment. Intervention: 8 weeks of standard treatment as per local guidelines, followed by isoniazid/rifampicin for 16 weeks in the control arm, and 8 weeks in the intervention arm. Primary outcomes: ’Unfavourable’ status by 72 weeks, including treatment failure, loss to followup or death. A modified intentiontotreat analyses was carried out. Secondary outcomes: Adverse event of grade ≥3 and economic analyses to estimate costs and health outcomes. Followup: 72 weeks (18 months) from the start of treatment. Main results The % of participants that had a primaryoutcome event was 3% in both treatment groups (adjusted difference, −0.4 percentage points; 95% confidence interval, −2.2 to 1.5). The noninferiority of 4 months treatment was consistent across every subgroup analysis.","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":"108 5","pages":"373"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41154261","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":"Epistle.","authors":"Neelam Gupta","doi":"10.1136/archdischild-2023-326271","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1136/archdischild-2023-326271","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":55471,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Disease in Childhood-Education and Practice Edition","volume":"108 5","pages":"313"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41156413","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}