Neonatal jaundice: magnitude of the problem in Cairo University's neonatal intensive Care unit as a referral center.

Background: Neonatal jaundice is one of the most common physiologic problems requiring medical attention in newborns. It is benign in most cases; however, high levels of bilirubin are neurotoxic and can lead to serious brain damage.

Objectives: This study aimed at assessment of magnitude of neonatal jaundice in cases of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia admitted into neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), Cairo University Pediatric Hospital and to detect possible etiologies, management and outcome.

Genetic mutation in Egyptian children with steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome.

Background/purpose: Nephrotic syndrome is the commonest etiology of proteinuria in children. Steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS) is defined by resistance to standard steroid therapy, and it continues to be one of the most intractable etiologies of renal failure. Molecular studies discovered specialized molecules in podocytes that play a role in proteinuria.

Behavioral changes in Egyptian children with nephrotic syndrome.

Introduction: Chronic illnesses, including nephrotic syndrome (NS), are associated with psychosocial stress. Our study aimed to assess psychological problems in children with NS.

Materials And Methods: Sixty children with NS were assessed at the Children Hospital, in Cairo for behavioral changes.