Journal of paediatrics and child health
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J Paediatr Child Health · Oct 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialCaffeine versus theophylline for apnea of prematurity: a randomised controlled trial.
To compare standard doses of theophylline and caffeine for apnea of prematurity in terms of apnea frequency and assess the need for therapeutic drug monitoring. ⋯ This study shows an advantage of C over T for premature infants <33 weeks gestation during the first week of therapy. Standard regimens of both methylxanthines do not seem to require routine concentration monitoring in the first 3 weeks of treatment unless indicated by clinical effect.
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J Paediatr Child Health · Oct 2009
Case ReportsBezold's abscess: a serious complication of otitis media.
This report describes a case of Bezold's abscess, a rare complication of mastoiditis, following otitis media. Included is a discussion of mastoiditis and its management.