Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS): Rebaked Morsel
Diarrhea is common. Bloody Diarrhea requires specific consideration, however, for possible Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. Let's Review.
Category Gastrointestinal
Low Risk Intra-Abdominal Trauma: Rebaked Morsel
Trauma is always concerning in children, but we should not simply CT scan everyone. Is there a way to discern which pediatric patients have low risk intra-abdominal trauma? Let's take a minute to review.
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMA Syndrome) in Children
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome can be seen in children and can be challenging to diagnose. Let's review so we can help treat it early.
Acute Esophageal Variceal Bleeding in Children
When we think of severe hemorrhage in children, we typically think about trauma. Maybe injuries to the spleen or kidney come to mind. Perhaps thoughts of pelvic injuries or severe head injury dominate our considerations. Of course, we all have…
Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)
Not all Vomiting and Diarrhea are due to viruses! Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a cause to keep on your Ddx for infants with severe vomiting and diarrhea.
Hematochezia in Children
The grotesque complain may be due to a critical illness, but it may also be caused by a benign issue too. A good example of this is bloody stool in children. Let's take a minute to review Hematochezia in Children.
Recurrent Pneumonia In Pediatrics
Recurrent Pneumonia in pediatrics may be encountered in the ED and we should consider its implications.