The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Epidemiology and Management Strategies of Forearm Fractures in Children-a Retrospective Study.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a considerable influence over the management strategies in pediatric trauma all over the world. We are making a comparative assessment of all pediatric forearm fracture presentations in a tertiary center in Romania in a pre-pandemic year 2019 (NPG) versus a pandemic year 2021 (PG).

Material And Methods: We retrospectively compared the epidemiological, the anatomopathological, and the management features of forearm fractures for the two years.

A Global Perspective on Transition Models for Pediatric to Adult Cystic Fibrosis Care: What Has Been Made So Far?

Interest in the transition of care for cystic fibrosis (CF) patients has grown significantly over time, driven by advancements in treatment that have extended life expectancy. As more CF patients survive into adulthood, the need for structured transition strategies has become a priority for healthcare systems worldwide. Transition programs for CF differ globally, reflecting varying resources and healthcare systems.

Pain Management in Pediatric Burns: A Review of the Science behind It.

Pediatric burns are a significant medical issue that can have long-term effects on various aspects of a child's health and well-being. Pain management in pediatric burns is a crucial aspect of treatment to ensure the comfort and well-being of young patients. The causes and risk factors for pediatric burns vary depending on various factors, such as geographical location, socioeconomic status, and cultural practices.

The Possible Non-Mutational Causes of FVIII Deficiency: Non-Coding RNAs and Acquired Hemophilia A.

Hemophilia type A (HA) is the most common type of blood coagulation disorder. While the vast majority of cases are inherited and caused by mutations in the gene, recent data raises new questions regarding the non-heritability of this disease, as well as how other molecular mechanisms might lead to the development of HA or increase the severity of the disease. Some data suggest that miRNAs may affect the severity of HA, but for some patients, miRNA-based interference might cause HA, in the absence of an mutation.

Assessment of Static Plantar Pressure, Stabilometry, Vitamin D and Bone Mineral Density in Female Adolescents with Moderate Idiopathic Scoliosis.

(1) Background: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) can be associated with vitamin D deficiency and osteopenia. Plantar pressure and stabilometry offer important information about posture. The objectives of our study were to compare static plantar pressure and stabilometric parameters, serum 25-OH-vitamin D3 and calcium levels, and bone mineral densitometry expressed as z-score in patients with moderate AIS and healthy subjects.

Respiratory function, functional capacity, and physical activity behaviours in children and adolescents with scoliosis.

Objectives: To assess pulmonary function and functional capacity in children and adolescents with mild or moderate idiopathic scoliosis who were included in a rehabilitation programme, and to observe some of their physical activity behaviours.

Methods: Forty children (aged 9-17 years) with mild or moderate idiopathic scoliosis (patients) and 40 sex- and age-matched healthy controls were included in the study. Physical activity behaviours (hours of time spent at a desk and at a computer, hours of competitive and non-competitive practice of exercise per week) were recorded.

Static plantar pressure and functional capacity in children with femoral shaft fractures treated by titanium elastic nailing.

Background: Femoral shaft fractures represent common fractures of the lower limb in the paediatric population. The objectives of our study were to analyse the static plantar pressure and functional capacity in children with surgically treated unilateral femoral shaft fractures, 1 month after the metallic implant removal.

Methods: Our study included 24 children with unilateral femoral shaft fracture (fracture site contralateral to the dominant leg) treated by titanium elastic nailing (TEN) implants, with the removal of the implant 6 months after initial surgery.

Relative and absolute within-session reliability of the modified Star Excursion Balance Test in healthy elite athletes.

Background: The Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) is commonly used to assess dynamic postural balance both in clinical practice and research. The aim of our study was to assess the within-session relative and absolute reliability of participants' performance of the modified SEBT (mSEBT) using a single practice trial in healthy elite athletes who were familiar with the test.

Methods: An intra-session repeated-measures design was used to investigate the relative and absolute reliability of participants' (healthy athletes partaking in sports at a high-risk of ankle sprain injury) performance of the mSEBT.

Determination of the mechanical requirements for a progressive correction system of pectus excavatum in children.

Pectus excavatum is the most frequent deformity of the thorax. Many surgical procedures have been used for correcting this chest wall deformity. The Nuss procedure is an instant full correction using a rigid stainless steel bar, but some patients experience acute pain.