Publications by authors named "S Aya Fanny"
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- - Burns on a child's buttocks are often suspected to be from abuse unless there's clear evidence of another cause.
- - Two cases are presented where severe diaper rash was misinterpreted as burns due to extended contact with diarrhea.
- - The report highlights the need for accurate diagnosis to prevent unnecessary emotional and social strain on families wrongly accused of child abuse.
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- Natural disasters, like Hurricane Harvey, significantly impact children's health, making it crucial to assess and prepare for their specific needs during such events.
- This study analyzed pediatric patient data from emergency departments before and after the hurricane, revealing increases in certain health issues.
- Findings showed a rise in toxicological emergencies, trauma, and dermatological problems post-hurricane, emphasizing the importance of enhancing pediatric disaster preparedness and access to resources.
Circumcision is a common elective surgical procedure performed worldwide. The Plastibell ring is a plastic device placed between the penis and the foreskin to circumcise a newborn male. This device is used routinely in neonatal circumcision, but complications such as bleeding, infection, and retention may occur.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Children with asthma are at increased risk of complications from influenza; hospitalization represents an important opportunity for vaccination. We aimed to increase the influenza vaccination rate among eligible hospitalized patients with asthma on the pediatric hospital medicine (PHM) service from 13% to 80% over a 4-year period.
Methods: Serial Plan-Do-Study-Act cycles were implemented to improve influenza vaccination rates among children admitted with status asthmaticus and included modifications to the electronic health record (EHR) and provider and family education.