A5102838446- Respiratory viral infections research
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Neonatal Respiratory Health Research
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- Technology Adoption and User Behaviour
- Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research
- SARS-CoV-2 detection and testing
- Child Development and Digital Technology
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Impact of Technology on Adolescents
Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital
2021-2024
Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico
2021-2024
Background: Social distancing measures are used to reduce the spreading of COVID-19. The aim this study was assess impact local restrictions on transmission respiratory virus infections. Methods: we retrospectively analyzed nasopharyngeal samples all patients (0–18 years old) admitted with symptoms in a large Italian tertiary hospital during last three seasons from 2018 2021. Results: A strong reduction viral infections observed season (2020–2021) compared two previous (−79.69% and −80.66%,...
Introduction: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis is among the leading causes of hospitalization in infants. Prophylaxis with palivizumab may reduce RSV infection, but its prescription restricted to high-risk groups. The aim study retrospectively determine acute costs bronchiolitis. Materials and methods: Infants aged 1 month−1 year, admitted Bambino Gesù Children Hospital, Rome, Italy, a diagnosis from January till December 31, 2017, were included study. Results: A total 531...
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading cause of lower respiratory tract infection among infants and young children, resulting in annual epidemics worldwide. Since beginning COVID-19 pandemic, non-pharmacological interventions were applied, interfering with circulation most viruses, including RSV. The aim this study to analyze RSV trend hospitalized during actual epidemic season (2022-2023) comparison last pre-pandemic (2018-2019), order outline whether significant differences...
Abstract Background In the last decades none of medical therapies investigated have shown clear efficacy in treatment bronchiolitis, and literature agrees on a general de‐implementation pharmacological therapies, recognizing an effective role only to nutritional support oxygen therapy. High‐flow nasal cannulas (HFNC) has become increasingly popular decade, despite its lack efficacy. Recent randomized controlled trials (RCT) comparing standard therapy (SOT) HFNC did not demonstrate...
(1) Background: Helmet Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (H-CPAP) has primarily been used in intensive care settings to treat moderate-to-severe bronchiolitis infants. We aim report on the feasibility of H-CPAP for selected infants with a pediatric ward. (2) Methods: A retrospective, observational, consecutive case series was studied 26 patients who received ward from October 2022 February 2023, including description patient outcomes and costs. (3) Results: Of 130 admitted Bambino Gesù...
Background: Anorexia nervosa is a serious eating disorder that mainly affects children and adolescents. Most patients present with extreme body dissatisfaction an obsessive focus on weight food. complex multifactorial condition characterised by biological, psychological, social factors. However, studies have explored the cumulative risk predisposes to anorexia are limited. This study aims explore potential factors for severe form of disease in affected identify whether they may interact...
Respiratory syncytial virus is the most common respiratory pathogen in infants and young children. Despite its global impact on human health, no effective treatment available except for supportive therapy. In last two decades, our understanding of pathogenesis immunopathology RSV have continued to evolve, leading significant advancements prevention strategies. These include both development new potential vaccines successful implementation passive immunization, which, together, will provide...