Journal of paediatrics and child health
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J Paediatr Child Health · Dec 2021
Paediatric playground and tree-related injuries: Hospital admissions in the Midland region of New Zealand.
To examine the incidence and outcomes of paediatric playground and tree-related injuries in the Midland region of New Zealand. ⋯ Children aged 5-9 years' experience high rates of costly hospitalisation for playground and tree-related injuries. Targeted injury prevention initiatives, particularly in the home and school environments, are imperative to reduce the incidence and burden of playground and tree-related injuries to affected children, their families and hospital resources.
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J Paediatr Child Health · Dec 2021
Progression from sepsis to septic shock and time to treatments in preterm infants with late-onset sepsis.
Late-onset sepsis (LOS) in preterm infants can progress rapidly from minimal clinical signs and symptoms to septic shock which is associated with high mortality. The aim of this study was to describe the progression from sepsis to septic shock and evaluate our management performance with emphasis on time to treatments. ⋯ Clinical recognition of the onset of sepsis in preterm infants remains difficult and contributes to delay of treatment. Once recognised, early administration of antibiotics, fluid bolus and vasopressors should be prioritised.