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Histamine Pharmacodynamic Biomarker to Guide Treatment in Pediatric Asthma
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in childhood. We know a lot about how to treat asthma, but there are still many children who continue to have daily symptoms that limit their ability to...
Cochlear implant information for families
A cochlear implant is a safe and proven medical treatment that provides hearing to infants, children and teenagers with severe to profound hearing loss when hearing aids are not able to help.
Wise Use of Antibiotics October 2021
I recently watched an episode of 20/20 featuring children who developed OCD, outbursts and tantrums, seizures, catatonia, and paranoia following a diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Some of the...
Vocal Cord Dysfunction Breathing Exercises
Use these breathing techniques at any sign of tightness or stridor/noisy breathing. If this occurs during activity, stop activity, do exercise until it stops and then resume activity gradually. Remember...
Asthma Control Tests
Questionnaires used at CM to assess asthma control Test for Respiratory and Asthma Control in Kids (TRACK) Test for Respiratory and Asthma Control in Kids (TRACK) for under 5 years of age AND has a history...
Evidence-Based Strategies for Common Clinical Questions February 2021
As was discussed in last month’s LINK column on evidence-based practice, children are disproportionately affected by secondhand smoke, and this exposure is detrimental to children’s health. The Surgeon...
Mixed-gonadal Dysgenesis
Mixed-gonadal dysgenesis, or MGD, is a rare condition in which the paired internal gonads (testis or ovary) are different on each side. There is usually a functioning gonad (testis or ovary) on one side and...
State-of-the-Art Pediatrics September 2021
On March 29, 2019, Children’s Mercy hosted a remarkable series of lectures and presentations about immigrants, refugees and caring for children at the U.S.-Mexico border. The first presentation was at...
Upper Arm (Humerus) Fractures
Children's Mercy treats fractures of the upper arm (humerus), including proximal and humeral shaft fractures.
Community Giving Essential Through the Decades
Children’s Mercy was built on the generosity of community champions. The hospital has always held a special place in the hearts of Kansas Citians, who have invested in children and families in remarkable...
Pediatrics in Practice Podcast
Interviews with pediatric subspecialists on timely, relevant content for physicians and providers who care for children. Presented by Children's Mercy Kansas City.
IV Fluids
Insertion of intravenous catheter for rehydration purposes: Normal Saline 20 mL/kg (maximum of 1 liter). Level of evidence: 5 (Consensus) These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed...
Visual Diagnosis: Eye Movement
A 4-year-old male is brought to the emergency department by his mother for further evaluation of ear pain and headache.
Academic Curriculum - Sleep Medicine Fellowship
In addition to teaching that occurs during clinical duties, the fellow will also participate in a monthly Pediatric Sleep Case Conference Series (international pediatric sleep webinar hosted by our...
Gastroschisis
Children’s Mercy offers expert care for gastroschisis, an opening in a baby's abdominal wall. Trust our experienced team to provide the immediate surgery your baby will need after birth.
Four Extremity Blood Pressure
The clinical diagnosis of coarctation of the aorta is initially on characteristic blood pressure findings. The characteristic findings are based on the location of the aorta coarct. Most commonly, systolic...
Baby Health and Behavior Lab
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Sleep (Narcolepsy)
Adult narcolepsy providers If you have commercial insurance, Medicare and Medicaid managed care plans or other state Medicaid insurance programs, you should ask about a list of in-network providers. If you...
Adolescent Medicine Team
Meet the Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine team at Children's Mercy.
Visual Diagnosis
A 2-year-old boy is brought to the emergency department by his mother for six days of fever with a maximum temperature of 103 F. See if you can select the best alternative to amoxicillin suspension for...