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View article: Evaluation of Paracetamol Overdoses in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Evaluation of Paracetamol Overdoses in the Pediatric Emergency Department Open
Most paracetamol overdoses in children are related to tablet formulations, and intentional overdoses are more common in adolescent females. Careful clinical evaluation is necessary regardless of the reported intake, especially in cases of …
View article: The Role of Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index and Systemic Inflammation Response Index in the Diagnosis of Bell’s Palsy
The Role of Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index and Systemic Inflammation Response Index in the Diagnosis of Bell’s Palsy Open
Objective: Recent studies showed that Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII), Systemic Inflammation Response Index (SIRI) can be used as inflammatory markers. The aim of this study was to determine the prognostic value of SII and SIRI in…
View article: Severe Hypertransaminasemia During Asymptomatic COVID-19 Infection
Severe Hypertransaminasemia During Asymptomatic COVID-19 Infection Open
Although the mechanism of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) related liver damage in critically ill children is not well defined yet, it is thought to be related to the hyperinflammation phase (cytokine release). Here, we present a 40-day…
View article: A Rare Case: COVID-19 Associated with Papilledema in Young Patient
A Rare Case: COVID-19 Associated with Papilledema in Young Patient Open
Neurological conditions related to COVID-19 have been previously reported in children. Here, we present an 11-year-old COVID-19 case who developed papilledema secondary to intracranial hypertension.An 11-year-old (previously healthy) patie…
View article: Is Cranial Imaging Necessary in Children with First-Time Focal Seizures?
Is Cranial Imaging Necessary in Children with First-Time Focal Seizures? Open
Objective: Seizures in children represent a common cause of admission to the emergency department. This study aimed to determine clinically significant intracranial abnormalities in children presenting to the pediatric emergency department…
View article: A Silent Scream in the Pediatric Emergency Department: Child Abuse and Neglect
A Silent Scream in the Pediatric Emergency Department: Child Abuse and Neglect Open
The aim of this study is to determine the demographic and clinical characteristics of patients suspected of child abuse or neglect in the pediatric emergency department and to draw attention to this issue, which poses a great threat to the…
View article: PERSISTING THROAT PAIN AFTER COVID-19 INFECTION: A CASE REPORT OF SUBACUTE THYROIDITIS
PERSISTING THROAT PAIN AFTER COVID-19 INFECTION: A CASE REPORT OF SUBACUTE THYROIDITIS Open
A 25-year-old female patient was admitted to the family medicine clinic with complaints of sore throat, fever, and right ear pain that persisted for 15 days despite receiving ant biotherapy treatment. In her medical history, she had a COVI…
View article: Which type of allergic rhinitis is more associated with impaired quality of life and sleep and increased symptoms of anxiety and depression?
Which type of allergic rhinitis is more associated with impaired quality of life and sleep and increased symptoms of anxiety and depression? Open
The present study aimed to assess the symptoms of anxiety and depression, quality of life (QoL), and sleep quality in patients with allergic rhinitis (AR). Additionally, the study sought to analyze the relationship between these parameters…
View article: Investigation of Colistin Utilization in the Treatment of Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Nosocomial Bloodstream Infections in Children and Literature Review
Investigation of Colistin Utilization in the Treatment of Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Nosocomial Bloodstream Infections in Children and Literature Review Open
Objective: This retrospective study aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of combined colistin therapy in treating nosocomial infections caused by multi-drug resistant gram-negative pathogens in pediatric patients. Materials and Met…
View article: The initial psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare professionals in a children's hospital
The initial psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare professionals in a children's hospital Open
Aims: The pandemic has had devastating effects across the world particularly on healthcare professionals. We assessed anxiety and depression with somatization to discover the psychological effects of the pandemic.
Methods: 250 healthcare …
View article: Levothyroxine poisoning in children – should we really be afraid?
Levothyroxine poisoning in children – should we really be afraid? Open
Aim: L-thyroxine intoxication is rarely seen in children; however, it can be worrying for clinicians and parents. This study aimed to present the clinical and laboratory findings of children admitted to the pediatric emergency department w…
View article: The Effect of Intramuscular Onusetron Treatment on Prognosis in Patients Diagnosed with Acute Gastroenteritis
The Effect of Intramuscular Onusetron Treatment on Prognosis in Patients Diagnosed with Acute Gastroenteritis Open
Introduction:Vomiting is an important symptom that limits oral intake and may result in hospitalizations and prolonged hospital stays for intravenous fluid therapy. In our study, we aimed to compare the rates of hospital revisit and hospit…
View article: Assesment of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Assesment of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding in the Pediatric Emergency Department Open
Introduction:Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is an important emergency problem that can occur at any age in childhood and requires urgent treatment for the underlying cause. Etiological causes of gastrointestinal bleeding vary by age and g…
View article: Evaluation of Corrosive Substance Ingestion in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Evaluation of Corrosive Substance Ingestion in the Pediatric Emergency Department Open
Introduction:The management of the patient who applied to the emergency department with corrosive substance exposure varies according to the characteristics of the substance and the clinical conditions of the patient. In this study; demogr…
View article: The Acceptance of a COVID-19 Vaccine Among Parents: Are They Willing to Vaccinate Their Children?
The Acceptance of a COVID-19 Vaccine Among Parents: Are They Willing to Vaccinate Their Children? Open
AIM: The aim of this study was to evaluate the willingness of parents to allow their children to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and the factors affecting the decision.
METHODS: This study was conducted as a prospective, cross-sectional and de…
View article: Rapid sequence intubation experiences in the pediatric emergency department
Rapid sequence intubation experiences in the pediatric emergency department Open
Aim: Patient selection and management of rapid sequence intubation (RSI) application in the emergency department can be challenging for clinicians. In this study, we aimed to describe the demographic information, clinical characteristics, …
View article: Bloody Stool: Is It Really Scary in Kids? Four Benign Cases
Bloody Stool: Is It Really Scary in Kids? Four Benign Cases Open
Cefdinir is a third-generation oral cephalosporin used frequently in the pediatric population. The most common side effects of cefdinir are diarrhea, nausea and dyspepsia. The side effect of turning the stool color to red and giving a bloo…
View article: Transient Hyperphosphatasemia Associated with Human Bocavirus Infection
Transient Hyperphosphatasemia Associated with Human Bocavirus Infection Open
Transient hyperphosphatemia is a rare benign condition in children characterized by elevated serum alkaline phosphatase levels in infancy and childhood without metabolic bone or liver disease. As it can occur with many different conditions…
View article: COVID-19 Infection in Well-Appearing 30- to 90-Day-Old Infants with Fever without a Source
COVID-19 Infection in Well-Appearing 30- to 90-Day-Old Infants with Fever without a Source Open
Fever without a source (FWS) is common clinical status in the young infants. The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical and laboratory findings of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infection in well-appearing infants with FWS. Well-ap…
View article: Contribution of Rapid Influenza Antigen Test to Management of Febrile Young Infants without a Focus
Contribution of Rapid Influenza Antigen Test to Management of Febrile Young Infants without a Focus Open
Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the application of the rapid influenza antigen test and the contribution of the test result to patient management in febrile infants aged 29‒90 days. Methods: The medical records of febrile…
View article: Evaluation of Epidemiological, Demographic, Clinical Characteristics and Laboratory Findings of COVID-19 in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Evaluation of Epidemiological, Demographic, Clinical Characteristics and Laboratory Findings of COVID-19 in the Pediatric Emergency Department Open
Background The aim of this study was to evaluate the epidemiological, demographic, clinical characteristics and laboratory findings of pediatric COVID-19 patients. Methods Patients with a positive COVID-19 nasopharyngeal polymerase chain r…
View article: A New Threat in Adolescence: Pregabalin Abuse
A New Threat in Adolescence: Pregabalin Abuse Open
Pregabalin is a new generation gabapentinoid that exerts its effect by causing a decrease in release of neurotransmitters such as glutamate, noradrenaline, and substance P. It is currently used for neuropathic pain and fibromyalgia treatme…
View article: INVESTIGATION OF ANTIDEPRESSANT-LIKE EFFECT OF PROPOLIS IN MICE
INVESTIGATION OF ANTIDEPRESSANT-LIKE EFFECT OF PROPOLIS IN MICE Open
Recent studies have found out that oxidative stress plays an important role in the pathophysiology of neurological diseases including depression. In this study, we aimed to investigate whether propolis which is known as strong antioxidant …