pediatrics

Paediatric intubation is a procedure that must be fully understood: prematurity and immature development of the pulmonary system, severe illness, trauma, overdose, aspiration, and other cardiopulmonary conditions call for protection of the…

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children

Brain and head injuries in childhood aren’t something a parent wants to experience. These injuries can severely affect a child’s physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being

Respiratory disease in early childhood linked to higher risk of death in adulthood. Contracting a lower respiratory tract infection in early childhood is associated with a higher risk of dying from respiratory disease as an adult, according…

Tricuspid atresia is a congenital heart defect that is caused by the failure of the tricuspid valve to develop

Endotracheal suctioning is one of the most commonly performed interventions in the neonatal/pediatric intensive care unit and other emergency situations, but this practice requires special attention to the neonatal and paediatric airway

Children often come down with sore throats commonly caused by colds, viruses and, environmental factors such as smoke, dust in the air, and plant allergens

Bronchiolitis is an acute viral infection that affects the respiratory system, particularly that of children under one year of age

Fever is the most frequent sign of a child's illness. This situation is experienced by parents with particular anxiety and apprehension, in most cases without reason

ADHD medication treats the symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), such as hyperactivity and impulsivity