University Children's Hospital, Zurich

This study tested a simplified brain wave test (point-of-care EEG) in 200 children with confusion or ongoing seizures in the emergency department. The goal was to see if this quick test can accurately diagnose conditions like status epilepticus or encephalitis. Researchers also c…

This study looked at 250 children having laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery for appendicitis. It compared using low versus medium gas pressure to inflate the belly during surgery. The goal was to see if lower pressure leads to less pain the day after surgery. Results could help docto…

This study aimed to find the right daily amount of iodine for breastfeeding women. Iodine is important for babies' thyroid health, but the exact needs of moms are unclear. Researchers studied 17 healthy mother-infant pairs to measure how much iodine moms need to keep both themsel…