Background: Hirschsprung's disease (HD) is a congenital condition causing functional bowel obstruction. Despite surgical advancements, long-term impacts on patients' quality of life, family dynamics, and satisfaction remain underexplored. This study evaluates the clinical outcome...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12414
Djibril Boiro, Aliou A. Ndongo, Amadou Sow, Aminata Mbaye, Mahfoud Mouktar, Ndiogou Seck, Ndeye Fatou Sow, Mame Fama Niang, Younoussa Kéita & Modou Gueye·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2024
Background: Diabetes and its management have been associated with alterations in body composition parameters in various groups of children worldwide. Our objective is to evaluate fat mass in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Methods and Settings: This was a descripti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12415
In preterm newborns, intraventricular haemorrhage (IVH) may be preceded by erroneous hemodynamic alterations in cerebral circulation. Neonatal hypotension requiring use of inotropes was found to be the significantly risk factors in IVH. Reduced use of inotropic medications (such...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12413
Background and Aim: Patients with severe illness are at an elevated risk of experiencing multiple organ failure, which in turn increases their likelihood of mortality. Hyperlactatemia is recognized as a distinct risk factor for the onset of organ dysfunction and mortality, as wel...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12412
Mintsa Mi Nkama E, Midili TL, Lembet Mikolo A, Koumba Maniaga, Mekame Meye A, Loembe FC, Mabery Grodet AM, Kiba L, Bingoulou G, Manga Koumba A, Nzila Matoumba GM, MBoungani M, Dibungg G, Busughu-Bu-Mbadinga, Loulouga P, Kwete A, Kuissi Kamgaing E & Ategbo S·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2024
Conjoined twins (Siamese twins) are among the rare and complex complications of twin pregnancy, with a prevalence of 1 in 50,000 to 100,000 births. We report two cases of conjoined twins managed at the Mother-Child University Hospital Jeanne Ebori Foundation in Libreville. The fi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12411
Introduction: Marden Walker Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder with distinctive craniofacial features, primarily characterized by micrognathia or a small jaw. Patients' affected by this condition may undergo corrective surgical procedures in order to manage their deformities and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12410
Background: Undescended testis (UDT), or cryptorchidism, is a prevalent pediatric condition with significant implications for fertility and malignancy risk if untreated. Affecting 1–5% of male infants, UDT is influenced by genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. Methods: T...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12409
Various cargo vesicles containing presynaptic proteins are transported from the neuronal cell body to the neuronal terminal to aid in active zone formation. Researchers showed altered levels up to 25 different synaptic proteins (SNAP47, GRIA3/4, GAP43, synaptotagmin 2, LRFN2, SV2...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12408
Background: Pediatric infectious diseases pose a significant risk to child health worldwide. Vaccination programs have greatly reduced the incidence and severity of these diseases, though coverage and efficacy differ across regions. This mini-review examines how effectively these...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12407
Background: Asthma continues to lead to significant health issues and deaths worldwide, and there has been little progress in treatment outcomes over the past ten years, even though treatment costs have risen. Methodology: This mini review compared new therapeutic approaches for...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2024/v14i12406