The Journal of pediatrics
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The Journal of pediatrics · Apr 2002
Comparative StudyImpaired postural cerebral hemodynamics in young patients with chronic fatigue with and without orthostatic intolerance.
To measure postural changes in cerebral hemodynamics in young patients with chronic fatigue with and without orthostatic intolerance. ⋯ Impaired cerebral hemodynamics in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome and postural orthostatic tachycardia suggest a link between impaired cerebral oxygenation and chronic fatigue. However, this cannot explain the symptoms in patients meeting the criteria of chronic fatigue without orthostatic intolerance.
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The Journal of pediatrics · Apr 2002
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyA national point-prevalence survey of pediatric intensive care unit-acquired infections in the United States.
To determine the prevalence of intensive care unit-acquired infections, a major cause of morbidity in pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) patients. ⋯ This national multicenter study documented the high prevalence of PICU-acquired infections. Preventing these infections should be a national priority.