Background: In order to detect acute appendicitis in children as quickly and accurately as possible, a number of scoring systems, including Alvarado and PAS, have been established. Comparing different scoring systems' effectiveness and diagnostic usefulness was the aim of this re...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2026/v16i1508
Background: Acute post infectious glomerulonephritis (APIGN) is the most common cause of glomerulonephritis in developing countries. Its epidemiology, diagnosis, clinical management and outcome aspects remain poorly documented in Senegal. Methods: We conducted a retrospective, th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2026/v16i1506
Animasahun B.A., Ransome-Kuti O.O., Animasahun G.A., Adekunle M.O., Lamina M.O., Ariyibi A. & Hughes-Darden C.·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2026
Introduction: Parachute mitral valve (PMV) is a rare congenital malformation characterized by all mitral chordae tendineae inserting into a single papillary muscle. The resultant unifocal attachment often leads to mitral inflow obstruction of varying severity. While PMV is someti...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2026/v16i1507
Background: a well known radiological finding “bone within a bone” isseen in a variety of conditions of which ‘Osteopetrosis’ is one. “Osteopetrosis of infantile origin” is one of its rare and aggressive subtypes which is inherited as autosomal recessive and often leads to death...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2026/v16i1505
Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Edeani Bobby David, Edung Emem Samuel, Arinze Joseph Edochie, Onajiyovwi M.Collins, Enomen Ekata, Uchenna Livinus Akuka, Okoye Chukwuebuka Daniel, Okoli Ijeoma Chinasa, Emefuru Juliet Adaku, Tagbo Chinenye Peace, Tamarapiriye Powei Ojujoh, Oluwatofunmi Olarewaju, Ramatu Umar Ibrahim, Ekere Chinedu Romanus, Ademola Samuel Adeyemi, Joy Heart Avong, Olaosebikan Oluwaseun Dorcas, Vivian Somtoochukwu Ibezim, Emekwue Chukwudi Alex, Kingsley Akaba Onoride, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2025
Background: Blood transfusions are crucial in pediatric care, particularly for children with hematological disorders. Understanding the impact of ABO and Rh blood types on transfusion outcomes is essential for optimizing patient care. Objectives: This systematic review explores t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12504
Background: Human papilloma virus (HPV) infection is the primary cause of cervical cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related mortality in Nigeria. Nigeria recently integrated the HPV vaccine into its national routine immunization program to combat this burden. Parental knowledge...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12503
Breastfeeding is the ideal source of nourishment, and major health organizations recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. However, hypogalactia (insufficient milk production) frequently impedes this goal, leading mothers to use galactogogues to stimulat...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12501
Objective: To investigate the distribution characteristics of pegaspargase blood concentration at 7 days after administration in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treated with pegaspargase, its correlation with common adverse reactions, screen the early warning thr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12502
Introduction: Naphthalene poisoning is an uncommon type of toxicity and presents diagnostic and treatment difficulties owing to its complex clinical progression. It is readily absorbed through oral, dermal, and inhalation routes and is metabolized into reactive epoxides and quin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12500
Marie Paula Apsa Dione, Amadou Sow, Kane Awa, Béatrice laeticia chendjou, Ndeye Astou Diop, Mame Awa Ndao, Ndeye Fatou Sow, Aminata Mbaye, Guillaye Diagne, Aliou THIONGANE, Papa Moctar Faye, Amadou Lamine Fall & Ousmane Ndiaye·Asian Journal of Pediatric Research·2025
Introduction: Shock is a failure of the circulatory system, resulting in an imbalance between oxygen supply and tissue demand. The objective of this study was to evaluate the etiological profiles and therapeutic challenges of shock in children. Patients and methods: This was a pr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpr/2025/v15i12499