Quality of Life in Pediatric Oncology Patients in Lebanon (2014-2019): A Multi-center Study.

Aim Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in pediatrics worldwide. The present study aimed to assess the quality of life (QOL) of pediatric oncology patients diagnosed within the last five years at Lebanese hospitals, and who are residing in Lebanon. Methods Pediatric oncology patients were asked to fill out a questionnaire collecting data on personal information, disease status, and QOL using the EORTC-QLQ-C30 (European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer-Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30-item version) after receiving their guardian's consent.

Comparison of Alvarado score evaluation and clinical judgment in acute appendicitis.

Background: Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical emergency in children, but its diagnosis is sometimes difficult. The aim of this study is to evaluate retrospectively the Alvarado score in relation to the surgical management based on clinical judgment.

Methods: Medical files of 232 children who underwent appendectomy at Makassed General Hospital from January 1997 till December 2006 were reviewed.

Urinary tract infection and indirect hyperbilirubinemia in newborns.

Background: Jaundice is a common problem during the neonatal period. About 60% of the full term and 80% of premature infants develop jaundice. It can be associated with serious illnesses such as Urinary tract infections.