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Irish Child Health Database - Peer Reviewed Papers

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Practice Guidelines as Topic

Your search returns 27 documents

• 1.   A study of current fluid prescribing practice and measures to prevent hyponatraemia in Northern Ireland's paediatric departments

  The aim of this study was to examine practice following introduction of the guidance on the prevention of hyponatraemia in children

  

  Abstract:

  Guidance on the prevention of hyponatraemia in children was issued by DHSSPSNI in March 2002. Two years later Dr Henrietta Campbell, the Chief Medical Officer, wrote to the Chief Executives of acute and combined trusts to seek assurances that the guideline had been incorporated into clinical practice and its implementation monitored. This paper reports the findings of the first more...

  International Classification:

  Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases - Metabolic disorders - hyponatraemia

  Categories:

  hyponatraemia

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Ulster Med J, Vol: 74 Page: 93-7 September 2005
  J. McAloon; R. Kottyal

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• 2.   Assessing oxygen requirement after discharge in chronic lung disease: a survey of current practice

  This study aimed to explore the criteria used to assess oxygen requirement after discharge in chronic lung disease

  

  Abstract:

  In order to survey current management of oxygen in children with chronic lung disease (CLD) of prematurity in the United Kingdom and Ireland, 260 questionnaires asking about criteria that were considered important when removing supplemental oxygen from a child with CLD were sent to consultant paediatricians identified as being likely to be involved in the follow-up of children with CLD. more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - chronic lung disease oxygen requirements

  Categories:

  chronic lung disease oxygen requirements

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Eur J Pediatr, Vol: 161 Page: 428-30 August 2002
  A. Solis; G. Harrison; B. N. Shaw

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• 3.   Asthma control and management: a patient's perspective

  The aim of this study was to examine healthcare utilisation, symptom severity, activity limitations and level of asthma control from the patients perspective

  

  Abstract:

  Irish asthma guidelines, published in 2000, are based on the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) international asthma management guidelines and provide recommendations for optimal asthma management and control. Using the same methodology as employed in the Asthma Insights and Reality in Europe (AIRE) survey, which assessed whether specific goals of asthma management based on GINA were more...

  International Classification:

  Diseases of the respiratory system - Chronic lower respiratory diseases - asthma

  Categories:

  asthma

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 98 Page: 231-2, 234-5 2005 Nov-Dec
  P. Manning; P. Greally; E. Shanahan

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• 4.   Background and methods for evaluating quality of life in children and adolescents with diabetes

  This article discusses background and methods for evaluating quality of life in children and adolescents with diabetes

  

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Acta Biomed, Vol: 74 Suppl 1 Page: 7-12 2003
  H. M. Hoey

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• 5.   Best practice guidelines for the molecular genetic diagnosis of Type 1 (HFE-related) hereditary haemochromatosis

  This study aimed to explore current practice in the molecular diagnosis of haemochromatosis and draft guidelines were prepared using the template developed by the United Kingdom Clinical Molecular Genetics Society

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Hereditary haemochromatosis (HH) is a recessively-inherited disorder of iron over-absorption prevalent in Caucasian populations. Affected individuals for Type 1 HH are usually either homozygous for a cysteine to tyrosine amino acid substitution at position 282 (C282Y) of the HFE gene, or compound heterozygotes for C282Y and for a histidine to aspartic acid change at position more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - Symptoms, signs and abonormal clinical and laboratory findings not elses were classified-haemochromatosis

  Categories:

  molecular diagnosis of haemochromatosis

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  BMC Med Genet, Vol: 7 Page: 81 2006
  C. King; D. E. Barton

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• 6.   Corticosteroids in the prevention and management of bronchopulmonary dysplasia

  This article discusses evidence-based guidelines for postnatal steroid therapy in the management of chronic lung disease.

  

  Abstract:

  Corticosteroids were first prescribed for preterm neonates to treat respiratory distress syndrome, but they were found to have no beneficial effect in this disorder. About 20 years ago, dexamethasone was first used to treat infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia who were ventilator dependent after the age of 3 weeks. There were short-term benefits, with an improvement in lung function more...

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Semin Neonatol, Vol: 8 Page: 83-91 February 2003
  D. G. Grier; H. L. Halliday

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• 7.   Diabetes care provision and glycaemic control in Northern Ireland: a UK regional audit

  The aim of this study was to audit the care received, compared to national guidelines, and to investigate factors associated with glycaemic control in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes attending clinics in Northern Ireland

  

  Abstract:

  AIMS: To assess the care received, compared to national guidelines, and to investigate factors associated with glycaemic control in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes attending clinics in Northern Ireland. METHODS: An audit of the care provided to all patients attending 11 paediatric diabetes clinics commenced in 2002. A research nurse interviewed 914 patients completing a more...

  International Classification:

  Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases - glycaemic control

  Categories:

  glycaemic control

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Arch Dis Child, Vol: 90 Page: 468-73 May 2005
  C. R. Cardwell; C. C. Patterson; M. Allen; D. J. Carson

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• 8.   Early postnatal dexamethasone and cerebral palsy

  This article discusses the early postnatal dexamethasone and cerebral palsy

  

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Pediatrics, Vol: 109 Page: 1168-9 June 2002
  H. L. Halliday

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• 9.   Glycopeptide prescribing in a tertiary referral paediatric hospital and applicability of hospital infection control practices advisory committee (HICPAC) guidelines to children

  The aim of this study was to examine glycopeptide prescribing in a tertiary referral paediatric hospital and applicability of hospital infection control guidelines

  

  Abstract:

  This study was undertaken to investigate the frequency of, indications for and appropriateness of glycopeptide prescription in a paediatric tertiary referral hospital and to assess the usefulness of the Hospital Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC) guidelines. A prospective audit of all systemic glycopeptide prescriptions over a 2-month period was undertaken. Clinical more...

  International Classification:

  Factors influencing health status and contact with health services - persons encountering health services for examination and investigation - prescribing

  Categories:

  glycopeptide prescribing

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Eur J Pediatr, Vol: 159 Page: 193-7 March 2000
  C. Nourse; C. Byrne; L. Leonard; K. Butler

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• 10.   Government initiatives to tackle the obesity epidemic

  This article highlights the prevalence of obesity in the United Kingdom and the associated health costs.

  

  Abstract:

  This article highlights the prevalence of obesity in the UK and the associated health costs. It discusses the attempts the government is making to halt the growth of the 'obesogenic' society and summarises practical tips and interventions of use when advising individuals on obesity issues. more...

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Nurs Times, Vol: 101 Page: 23-4 2005 Sep 27-Oct 3
  K. Fisher

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• 11.   Imaging the less seriously head injured child

  This article discusses the aspect of classification and management of imaging the less seriously head injured child

  

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Arch Dis Child, Vol: 82 Page: 333 April 2000
  J. F. Glasgow; S. J. McGovern

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• 12.   Intracranial pressure complicating severe traumatic brain injury in children: monitoring and management

  The aim of this study was to examine the use of intracranial pressure monitoring and to establish which ICP-targeted therapies are being used in children with severe traumatic brain injury in the United Kingdom

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To identify factors associated with the use of intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring and to establish which ICP-targetted therapies are being used in children with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the United Kingdom. To evaluate current practice against recently published guidelines. DESIGN AND SETTING: Prospective data collection of clinical and demographic more...

  International Classification:

  Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes - injury

  Categories:

  severe traumatic brain injury

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Intensive Care Med, Vol: 32 Page: 1606-12 October 2006
  K. P. Morris; R. J. Forsyth; R. C. Parslow; R. C. Tasker; C. A. Hawley

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• 13.   Ireland lacks consensus on neonatal vitamin K prophylaxis

  This study aimed to explore current practice on neonatal vitamin K prophylaxis

  

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - Vitamin K prophylaxis

  Categories:

  neonatal vitamin K prophylaxis

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Bmj, Vol: 323 Page: 1068 November 2001
  R. K. Philip; R. Gul; M. Dunworth; N. Keane

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• 14.   Key messages from the National Prospective Tonsillectomy Audit

  The aim of this study was to audit occurrence of postoperative hemorrhage after tonsillectomy and risk factors for these complications

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVES: Investigation of the occurrence of postoperative hemorrhage after tonsillectomy and risk factors for these complications. STUDY DESIGN: Prospective National Audit with electronic web-based data collection from the National Health Service and independent hospitals in England and Northern Ireland. METHODS: Consenting patients undergoing tonsillectomy between July 2003 and more...

  International Classification:

  Procedure - tonsillectomy

  Categories:

  postoperative tonsillectomy hemorrhaging

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  Laryngoscope, Vol: 117 Page: 717-24 April 2007
  D. Lowe; J. van der Meulen; D. Cromwell; J. Lewsey; L. Copley; J. Browne; M. Yung; P. Brown

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• 15.   Liquid paraffin: a reappraisal of its role in the treatment of constipation

  This article discusses the liquid paraffin: a reappraisal of its role in the treatment of constipation

  

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Arch Dis Child, Vol: 85 Page: 121-4 August 2001
  F. Sharif; E. Crushell; K. O'Driscoll; B. Bourke

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• 16.   National audit of neonatal intubation practices

  The aim of this study was to undertake an national audit of neonatal intubation practices

  

  International Classification:

  Factors influencing health status and contact with health services - persons encountering health services for examination and investigation - neonatal intubation

  Categories:

  neonatal intubation practices

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 98 Page: 118-9 April 2005
  C. S. O'Gorman; R. Bhatia; W. A. Gorman; A. Twomey

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• 17.   National review of maternity care for women with HIV infection

  This study aimed to assess adherence to the British HIV Association 2001 guidelines for the management of HIV-infected pregnant women

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To assess adherence to the British HIV Association (BHIVA) 2001 guidelines for the management of HIV-infected pregnant women. METHODS: A survey and a case note review were carried out using structured questionnaires sent to providers of adult HIV care in the UK and Ireland. Participants were women with HIV infection who delivered a live or stillborn infant between October more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - HIV-guidelines

  Categories:

  HIV-guidelines

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  HIV Med, Vol: 7 Page: 275-80 July 2006
  C. McDonald; H. Curtis; A. de Ruiter; M. A. Johnson; J. Welch

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• 18.   Neonatal resuscitation program guidelines 2006: ready, steady, can't go!

  This study aimed to explore current resusucition practices in neonatal units in maternity units in Ireland

  

  Abstract:

  New evidence-based guidelines have been launched with recommendations that may impact how resuscitations, particularly of LBW infants, are enacted. AIM: to determine current resuscitation practices in Maternity units in Ireland and benchmarked these results to a recent study in the United States. METHODS: A 20-question survey was developed and mailed to a lead more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - resuscitation

  Categories:

  resuscitation

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 101 Page: 142-4 May 2008
  O. Braima; C. A. Ryan

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• 19.   Obtaining consent for autopsy

  This article discusses obtaining consent for autopsy from grieving parents

  

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Bmj, Vol: 327 Page: 804-6 October 2003
  M. B. McDermott

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• 20.   Pediatric rhinoplasty in an academic setting

  This study examined experiences with septorhinoplasty in children over the last two decades in an academic setting.

  

  Abstract:

  Nasal septal surgery and rhinoplasty are controversial in children. Traditionally, an attitude of restraint has been employed by most surgeons till an empirical age of 16 to 18 years. This is to avoid the possible adverse effects that the growth spurts may have on the nose and midface region. Some authors, however, have claimed a paucity of evidence that such untoward effects of surgery more...

  International Classification:

  Procedure - septorhinoplasty

  Categories:

  septorhinoplasty

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Facial Plast Surg, Vol: 23 Page: 245-57 November 2007
  M. Shandilya; C. Den Herder; S. C. Dennis; G. Nolst Trenite

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• 21.   Prevention of hyponatraemia

  This article discusses issues related to the prevention of hyponatraemia

  

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Arch Dis Child, Vol: 89 Page: 93 January 2004
  J. Jenkins; B. Taylor

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• 22.   Prospective study of use of perioperative antimicrobial therapy in general surgery

  This study examined the use of perioperative antimicrobial therapy in general surgery

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Perioperative antimicrobial therapy has demonstrated efficacy in reducing the rate of surgical site infections in clinical trials. With the emergence of antibiotic resistance, the risk of reaction, and the inevitable financial repercussions, use of prophylactic antibiotics is not a panacea, and their misuse may have considerable implications. The aim of this study was to more...

  International Classification:

  Procedure - perioperative antimicrobial therapy

  Categories:

  perioperative antimicrobial therapy

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Surg Infect (Larchmt), Vol: 7 Page: 355-60 August 2006
  B. G. Fennessy; M. J. O'Sullivan; G. J. Fulton; W. O. Kirwan; H. P. Redmond

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• 23.   Survey of national guidelines for the treatment of phenylketonuria

  This article discusses recommendations and guidelines for phenylketonuria

  

  Abstract:

  Phenylketonuria treatment policies vary not only between different countries worldwide, but also within one country. Recommendations and guidelines for phenylketonuria should deal with the following subjects: 1. What is the target age to start dietary phenylalanine restriction under newborn-screening conditions? 2. At which plasma phenylalanine concentration should phenylalanine more...

  Geography:

  International

  Eur J Pediatr, Vol: 159 Suppl 2 Page: S70-3 October 2000
  S. Schweitzer-Krantz; P. Burgard

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• 24.   TDs support childhood immunisation

  This article discusses the review of a government report on childhood immunisation

  

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 94 Page: 228-9 September 2001
  D. G. Gill

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• 25.   The Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group guidelines for the diagnosis and management of dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumours

  This article discussed the Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group guidelines for the diagnosis and management of dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumours

  

  Abstract:

  Dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumours (DNETs) were incorporated into the new World Health Organization classification of brain tumours as part of the group of glioneuronal tumours in 1993. Large series of patients with DNETs and pharmaco-resistant epilepsy have been reported. DNETs are most often located in the temporal lobe, occurring in both mesial and lateral temporal locations. more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Br J Neurosurg, Vol: 21 Page: 539-49 December 2007
  D. F. O'Brien; M. Farrell; N. Delanty; H. Traunecker; R. Perrin; M. D. Smyth; T. S. Park

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• 26.   The Term Breech Trial: are the clinical guidelines justified by the evidence?

  This article discusses the "The Term Breech Trial"

  

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  J Obstet Gynaecol, Vol: 26 Page: 491-4 August 2006
  M. J. Turner

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• 27.   Timing of elective caesarean section at term: barriers to guidelines in practice

  This article discusses NICE guideline on Caesarean Section, their implementation, and discusses guidance on how to achieve recommended practice

  

  Abstract:

  The introduction of NICE guidelines in Britain on Caesarean Section provides valuable information on current research findings but little insight into how to implement the guidelines in practice. This is of particular concern when considering the best gestational age to deliver a baby by elective Caesarean Section as this study suggests a major shift in practice would be required to more...

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med, Vol: 17 Page: 137-8 February 2005
  F. Alderdice; C. Bailie; J. Dornan; J. Jenkins

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