Children exposed to amoxicillin within 60 days of a urinary tract infection (UTI) are at increased risk for ampicillin-resistant microbes, according to researchers. Reuters Health Information
Growth hormone therapy can help increase the adult height of short children born small for gestational age (SGA), according to a meta-analysis of trial data in the September issue of Pediatrics. Reuters Health Information
Although the MMR vaccine has been linked to a heightened risk of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), other vaccines in the toddler years do not appear to be. Reuters Health Information
Dr. Kevin Deane discusses a study investigating short-term efficacy of anakinra for systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Medscape Rheumatology
The diuretic torasemide is safe and effective treatment for heart failure in children, according to findings published in the September issue of the Archives of Disease in Childhood. Reuters Health Information
