Systematic review and meta-analysis of liposomal iron versus conventional iron in pediatric iron deficiency anemia
Liposomal iron improves blood counts and reduces side effects in children with anemia
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated liposomal iron versus conventional oral iron in 454 children with iron deficiency anemia …
A meta-analysis found liposomal iron raised hemoglobin more and caused fewer side effects than conventional iron in children.
Systematic review and meta-analysis links pRBC transfusion to NEC deterioration in neonates
Blood transfusions linked to worsening NEC in newborns
This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the association between packed red blood cell transfusion and clinical deterioration in ne…
A review of studies found that blood transfusions may be tied to worsening gut disease in premature babies. The link needs more research.
Systematic review and meta-analysis links pediatric cerebral AVMs with congenital heart defects and outlines prognostic factors
Brain and heart defects often appear together in children, raising new questions for care
This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the association between cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and congenital heart d…
A large review found that brain and heart defects frequently occur together in kids, changing how doctors should watch for complications.
Systematic review of educational programs and system improvements for organ donation barriers
Education and system changes help more people support organ donation across many countries
This systematic review synthesizes evidence from 33 global studies regarding barriers to organ donation and strategies to improve rates. The…
A review of thirty-three studies shows that many people fear health risks or lack family support for organ donation. Combining simple educat…
Narrative review on gut microbiota modulation in Henoch-Schonlein purpura pathogenesis
Gut bacteria links to Henoch-Schonlein purpura and possible treatments
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on gut microbiota dysbiosis and its modulation in patients with Henoch-Schonlein purpura. The aut…
A review links gut bacteria problems to Henoch-Schonlein purpura. It explores treatments like probiotics and fecal transplants.
Systematic review maps 50 most-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections
Most cited research on child respiratory infections comes from US, China, Canada
This systematic bibliometric review analyzed the 50 most-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections. Key findings show a predominanc…
A review of 50 top-cited articles on pediatric respiratory infections shows most research comes from just three countries.
Planned early birth reduces maternal morbidity and stillbirth risk in late preterm hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
Planned early birth cuts severe risks for late-term high blood pressure in pregnancy
This Cochrane meta-analysis evaluated planned early birth versus expectant management in 3491 pregnant women with hypertensive disorders fro…
A major review shows planned early birth reduces severe risks for mothers and babies when high blood pressure strikes late in pregnancy.
Systematic review and meta-analysis links prenatal NSAIDs to higher kidney disease risk in children
Prenatal NSAID use linked to higher kidney disease risk in children
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the association between prenatal NSAIDs exposure and kidney disease risk in children. The…
A large review finds prenatal NSAID use is tied to a higher risk of kidney disease in children, raising questions for expectant parents.
Structured parenting programme improves emotion regulation strategies in Swedish parents of toddlers
Four parenting sessions improve emotion regulation for Swedish families
This randomized controlled trial involved 832 Swedish-speaking parents of children aged 1 to 2 years. The intervention group received four s…
A four-session parenting program helped Swedish parents teach better emotion strategies to toddlers, showing lasting gains over two years.
Vital pulp therapy shows higher success odds than root canal in immature teeth
Vital pulp therapy beats root canal for immature teeth
A meta-analysis finds vital pulp therapy may outperform root canal treatment for immature permanent teeth with pulpal involvement, showing s…
For kids with damaged, growing teeth, a gentler treatment works better than a root canal, a new review finds.
Expert consensus on managing dysbiosis in infants born by cesarean section
Expert Panel: Breastfeeding Key After C-Section for Baby's Gut Health
This targeted narrative review and guideline summarizes expert consensus on dysbiosis in infants born by cesarean section. Key recommendatio…
Experts agree: C-section babies need breastfeeding and targeted nutrition to support healthy gut bacteria in the first 1,000 days.
Systematic review and meta-analysis of laser fluorescence devices for detecting dental caries in children
Laser fluorescence devices show promise for spotting early tooth decay in children
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated laser fluorescence devices for diagnosing dental caries in children. Twenty-one studies w…
A review of twenty-one studies suggests laser tools help find early cavities in kids but should work alongside standard dental exams.