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Read MoreStereotactic Body Radiation Therapy in Combination With Pazopanib Found to Be Safe in Pediatric Sarcoma
Combined SBRT + pazopanib combination is well tolerated with several benefits for select patients with pediatric sarcoma, a new study finds. Radiation oncologist Erin Murphy, MD, discusses the study.
Study Sheds Light on the Natural History of Pediatric Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
More than one-third of pediatric and adolescent patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) experienced disease progression within two years, despite standard-of-care lifestyle counseling, according to a recent study.
Selected Clinical Studies from Cleveland Clinic Children’s
Research is an integral part of the mission of Cleveland Clinic Children’s. This article provides an overview of selected clinical studies.
Spine Stereotactic Radiosurgery Outcomes Among Adolescents and Young Adults With Metastatic Ewing Sarcoma and Osteosarcoma
Stereotactic radiosurgery offers hope to adolescent and young adults with metastatic sarcoma in the spine, according to a new study. Radiation oncologist Erin Murphy, MD, discusses the research, and why it’s important to be thoughtful about concurrent therapy.
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Neurocognitive Deficits Prevalent in Patients With Hearing Loss Caused by Cancer Treatment
The use of sodium thiosulfate to prevent hearing loss in children treated with cisplatin appears promising, according to recent studies, but more research is needed. Pediatric oncologist Stefanie Thomas, MD, MS, explains.
Air Pollution Can Impact Respiratory Syncytial Virus-Induced Airway Epithelial Barrier Dysfunction
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infections in children worldwide. But RSV doesn’t affect all children in the same way. In this article, pediatric pulmonologist Fabria Rezaee, MD, discusses her study that suggests air pollution may intensify RSV symptoms.
Team Creates Novel Zebrafish Model to Study Ewing Sarcoma
A pacuity of models hinders the development of treatments for Ewing sarcoma, a common and deadly pediatric cancer involving bone and soft tissues. To remedy this, researchers are creating zebrafish models that will enable the study of the biology of Ewing sarcoma.
Time to Stable Dose of Psychostimulants in Pediatric Patients With ADHD
A substantial number of patients with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder do not achieve a stable medication dose right away. Michael Manos, PhD, discusses titration strategies and how pediatricians can support families through the process.
Bivalirudin as an Alternative to Heparin in Pediatric ECMO
A new study supports using bivalirudin, a direct thrombin inhibitor, as an alternative to heparin in pediatric ECMO. Pediatric critical care medicine specialist Mohammed Hamzah, MD, discusses his research, as well as the benefits and costs of this treatment.
Ablate all Asymptomatic Pediatric Patients with Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome?
Excellent acute success rates, low procedural complications and low recurrence risk with ablation for Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, according to the results of a new study. Routine follow-up remains necessary despite the curative nature of ablation, explains pediatric electrophysiologist Peter Aziz, MD.