August
Read articles from the August 2019 issue of PediatricsOnline.
Home Infusions Are a Viable Option for Children, Teens With IBD
Treatment shown to cut time away from school and work, and has proven safe.
Medicaid Patients With Common “Buckle” Fractures Have Less Access to Primary Care Physicians
A national study found that the known disparity in access to care for Medicaid-covered children seeking orthopedic specialty care also occurs in primary care practices.
Regular Physical Activities Tied to Improved Quality of Life in Adults With Fontan Circulation
Starting regular exercise in childhood can help lay the groundwork for greater health and quality of life, pediatric cardiologists suggest.
A Molecular Mechanism Underlying Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension in Neonates
New study identifies critical enzyme and potential therapeutic target for pulmonary hypertension in preterm infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
It’s Not All About Weight: Treating and Managing Obesity in Pediatric Patients
Study highlights different metrics for measuring success of a weight management program for pediatrics.