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Stelios Antoniadis
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RESEARCH STUDIES
Early cardiac ultrasound targeted treatment of patent ductus arteriosus with paracetamol in infants <30 weeks
Dimitrios C. Konstantinou, George S. Tsaousis, Foteini-Maria Chantzi, Chrissi Zacharioudaki, Panos Papandreou, Maria Klavdianou
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Incidence of haemodynamically significant Patent Ductus Arteriosus in preterm neonates with extremely low birth weight and comparison of aggressive versus conservative management D. Rallis, F. Balomenou, A. Drougia, T. Benekos, A. Vlahos, V. Giapros
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REVIEW ARTICLES
Psychosocial care for children and adolescents with hemophilia at the Hemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre for Children and Adolescents, at the “Aghia Sofia” Children’s Hospital Helen Pergantou, Eleni Riga, Vana Kolliopoulou, Georgia Goula, Gerasimos Kolaitis
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Hypoaldosteronism in children: Diagnosis and management Myrto Bonataki, Elpis-Athina Vlachopapadopoulou, Stefanos Michalacos
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The microbiome in the first years of life and its health impact
Early cardiac ultrasound targeted treatment of patent ductus arteriosus with paracetamol in infants <30 weeks
Dimitrios C. Konstantinou, George S. Tsaousis, Foteini-Maria Chantzi, Chrissi Zacharioudaki, Panos Papandreou, Maria Klavdianou
Abstract
Background: Prophylactic treatment of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) with indomethacin had been shown to reduce the incidence of short-term morbidity of preterm infants, but it was abandoned due to its side effects. Paracetamol (PCM) appears to be less toxic than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of PCM in early targeted treatment of hemodynamically significant PDA (hsPDA). Methods: Infants less than 30 weeks gestational age (GA) were enrolled. All eligible infants with echocardiographictargeted hsPDA were given, within 24 hours of life, a full course of intravenous PCM (15mg/ kg/dose every 6 hours for 3 days). A second course of PCM was administered if the first course was unsuccessful. If closure was not achieved, infants were managed with ibuprofen. The infants underwent ligation if PDA remained hemodynamically significant. Results: Among the 106 eligible infants included in the study, 49 infants (mean birth weight 1105±241 g, mean GA 28±1 wks) had hsPDAs and received intravenous PCM. Two from the 49 neonates died from causes irrelevant to PCM administration. Forty three (91.5%) had their PDAs closed after two cycles of PCM with no cases of hepatotoxicity. Also, there were no cases of early pulmonary hemorrhage and the incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis was remarkably low (2.1%). Conclusion: Echocardiographically early targeted treatment of hsPDA with intravenous PCM of infants less than 30 weeks is feasible, efficient and safe. Therefore, PCM could be used as a first line treatment for closure of hsPDA in preterm infants.
Department of Cardiology, IASO Children΄s Hospital, Athens
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Incidence of haemodynamically significant Patent Ductus Arteriosus in
preterm neonates with extremely low birth weight and comparison of aggressive versus conservative management
D. Rallis, F. Balomenou, A. Drougia, T. Benekos, A. Vlahos, V. Giapros
Abstract
Background
The current evidence remains controversial regarding the conservative in comparison to pharmacological treatment of preterm neonates with haemodynamically significant patent ductus arteriosus (hsPDA). Our aim was to evaluate the outcomes of premature neonates with hsPDA in comparison to those without, and the effectiveness of conservative compared to aggressive approach.
Methods
The medical records of neonates ≤32 weeks’ gestation and birth weight ≤1000g, admitted to the Neonatal Unit of University Hospital of Ioannina during 2010-2017 were reviewed. HsPDA was defined according to clinical or echocardiographic criteria. In primary analysis we evaluated the characteristics and outcomes between neonates with hsPDA compared to those without hsPDA. Moreover, we performed a subgroup analysis of neonates with hsPDA, comparing conservative approach (fluid limitation, diuretics) versus aggressive treatment (paracetamol, ibuprofen).
Results
D. Rallis
F. Balomenou
A. Drougia
V. Giapros
NICU, University Hospital of Ioannina, Ioannina
T. Benekos
A. Vlahos
Department of Pediatrics, University Hospital of Ioannina, Ioannina
In overall 82 neonates identified; 35 with hsPDA and 47 without. Neonates with hsPDA were of lower gestational age, required prolonged mechanical ventilation and received more blood transfusion within the first 28 days. Also, they developed intraventricular hemorrhage and bronchopulmonary dysplasia in higher proportion, and required prolonged hospitalization. Out of the 35 neonates with hsPDA, 10 neonates received aggressive treatment, while 25 neonates had conservative approach. No significant differences were noted regarding the duration of the mechanical ventilation, intraventricular hemorrhage, bronchopulmonary dysplasia or survival.
Conclusions
In preterm neonates with birth weight ≤1000g hsPDA is associated with prolonged duration of mechanical ventilation, intraventricular hemorrhage and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Conservative approach was related to similar outcome in comparison to aggressive treatment. Keywords: patent ductus arteriosus, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, preterm neonates
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Helen Pergantou
Thivon 1 and Papadiamandopoulou str.
Goudi - Athens-Greece
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e-mail: hpergantou@gmail. com
Psychosocial care for children and adolescents with hemophilia at the Hemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre for Children and Adolescents, at the “Aghia Sofia” Children’s Hospital
Helen Pergantou, Eleni Riga, VanaKolliopoulou, Georgia Goula, GerasimosKolaitis
Abstract
Psychosocial care is an essential component of the comprehensive care for children and adolescents with haemophilia, and their families. Chronic diseases, including haemophilia, and the associated insecurity created may produce traumatizing experiences not just for the suffering person but also for other members of the family. Moreover, psychological factors relevant to the disease impact upon health outcomes.
The current paper aims to provide insights into the long-term clinical experience of diverse psychosocial interventions employed by the multidisciplinary team atthe European Haemophilia Comprehensive Care Centre (EH-CCC). The fundamental ideas underlying clinical practice include the establishment of a therapeutic alliance among the multidisciplinary health team, the patient and their families and focus on a personalized approach aiming to normality of the child’s and family’s lives. Psychosocial care comprises several interventions developed globally, i.e. early detection of families’ needs (assessment, referrals), psychoeducation (fairy tales, comics, books for parents and teachers), support group for parents, individual counselling/psychotherapy, family therapy and practical help (during hospitalization, educational counselling).
Helen Pergantou
VanaKolliopoulou
Haemophilia Centre/ Haemostasis and Thrombosis Unit, "Aghia Sophia" Children's Hospital, Athens
Eleni Riga
Georgia Goula GerasimosKolaitis
Department of Child
Psychiatry, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, "Aghia Sophia" Children's Hospital
Multi-faceted psychosocial care contributes to the child and family adaptation to the disease as well as to creating favourable environments where children can optimally develop.
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Vlachopapadopoulou
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Hypoaldosteronism in children: Diagnosis and management
Hypoaldosteronism is associated with either insufficient aldosterone production or aldosterone resistance. The most common cause of hypoaldosteronism in early infancy is congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency. Clinical presentation typically includes failure to thrive, vomiting, hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis and salt losing. In case of a salt wasting crisis, initial management requires collection of a critical sample for the essential hormonal investigations, treatment of electrolyte imbalances and restoration of intravascular fluid volume. The presenting electrolyte abnormalities should raise the clinician’s concern for congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and immediate treatment with steroids can prevent life-threatening complications, while trying to determine the definitive diagnosis. Renal ultrasonography and urine culture are also useful for exclusion of secondary causes of aldosterone resistance. A deeper understanding of the etiology of hypoaldosteronism may prove of great importance in the management of affected infants.
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Georgios Katsaras, Vlachernon 16, Kalamaria 55133
Τ. +306939193901
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The microbiome in the first years of life and its health impact
Microbiome is a complex interconnected system of microorganisms that live in the human body and is unique to each person, like the fingerprint. It is described as a metabolic "super-organism", consisting of millions microbial genes. The purpose of our review is to investigate the factors affecting the microbiome in childhood, as well as its effect on various systems of the body.
Methods
We conducted literature search in the Pubmed and Scopus databases concerning the microbiome and childhood, its relationship with neuro development, the diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and respiratory system, as well as its role in immunization.
Results
Factors that affect the microbiome in healthy newborns are the mode of delivery, gestational age, feeding, as well as possible hospitalization and exposure to antibiotics. The microbiome directly inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in the intestine through the production of antibacterial substances. Microbiome strengthens the integrity of the intestine mucosa through the stimulation of epithelial cells and mucus production. In the respiratory system, the growth of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium breve or Propionibacterium shermanii and GOS result in fewer respiratory infections. Bifidobacteriaceae and Lactobacillaceae L. Rhamnosus act protectively against allergies, eczema, and asthma. Finally, it has been proven that there is interaction between the gut microbiome and the brain, with possible effect on neurodevelopment.
Conclusions
The impact that microbiome has on our health make it necessary for further research and study with the ultimate goal of understanding how exactly the microbiome affects the previously mentioned systems.
Keywords: microbiome, neonate, infant
Anastasios Vladikas
Evangelos Oikonomou
Georgios Katsaras
Paediatric Department, General Hospital of Pella - Hospital Unit of Edessa, Greece
Georgios Katsaras
2nd Neonatal Department and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki School of Medicine, “Papageorgiou” General Hospital, Greece
Lactobacillus, Prevotella και Sneathia
Staphylococcus, Corynebacterium και Propionibacterium. Escherichia, Shigella και Bacteroides.(10–15)
TLRs: Toll-like receptors
Bifidobacterium.(
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Theodoros N. Sergentanis
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A brief review of school dropout rates in Greece
Aikaterini Karavela, Gerasimos Mesiris, Theodoros N. Sergentanis, Artemis Tsitsika
Abstract
Background: School Dropout is a multifactorial educational problem on a global scale. It is inextricably linked to the exclusion of socially vulnerable groups of the population and is a major target of strategies applied in educational policy. The purpose of this review is to examine the situation in Greece, making a rough comparison with other European countries and internationally, to investigate the causes and consequences of the phenomenon, as well as the measures to be taken.
Methods: Information was sought in international, European and Greek bibliographical and statistical databases and the "avalanche procedure" was followed during the review.
Results: Our survey found that in Greece early school dropout rate reached 7.9% in 2015, below the EU average of 11% in the same year. The European Union aspires to reduce the prevalence of the phenomenon by 2020 at less than 10%.
Conclusions: Policies and response measures are organized to eliminate school dropout, both at the school context and at the society in general. Interconnecting the local community with schools, reinforcing training units with qualified staff, educating and informing leavers about reintegration and retraining are essential strategies.
Key words: School dropout, Individuals Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEETs)
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Artemis Tsitsika
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