PEDIATRICS

This study looked at whether measuring a protein called S100B in the blood of children with mild traumatic brain injury could help doctors decide who really needs a CT scan. CT scans expose children to radiation, which may increase cancer risk. The goal was to see if using the bl…

This study tested two different ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to control pain in 40 children after open kidney surgery. The goal was to see which block delayed the need for extra morphine and reduced overall pain medicine use. Results help doctors choose the best pain control me…

This study tested how well artificial intelligence (AI) tools diagnose and treat childhood illnesses compared to pediatricians. About 30 doctors answered questions based on made-up patient cases, and some doctors got to see AI suggestions before making their final decision. The g…

This study tested two ways of holding a child's arm while placing an IV in the emergency department. Researchers compared immobilizing the elbow joint versus using an arm restraint that does not lock the elbow. The goal was to see which method leads to a successful IV placement o…

This study tested whether switching the person doing chest compressions every one minute instead of every two minutes improves CPR quality and reduces tiredness. Eighteen healthcare professionals performed CPR on a manikin in two sessions, one with each rotation interval. Researc…

This study looked at 90 children aged 1-11 having minor outpatient surgery. Researchers used ultrasound to measure stomach volume while adjusting breathing machine pressure. The goal was to see if higher pressure changes stomach contents, which could affect safety. No treatment w…

This study tested whether extra simulation-based team training for doctors and nurses in pediatric departments improves teamwork, patient safety, and newborn health. About 1,200 healthcare workers from eight departments took part, with half receiving extra training and half conti…