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ABSTRACT Otitis media, particularly otitis media with effusion (OME) and recurrent acute otitis media (RAOM), are among the most common conditions in pediatric age and represent a diagnostic and management challenge for primary care pediatricians. An accurate differential diagnosis is crucial to prevent inappropriate treatments and avoid long-term complications, particularly those affecting language development and […]

ABSTRACT Pediatric inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), primarily Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, are on the rise and represent an increasing clinical challenge. Their pathogenesis is multifactorial, involving a complex interaction between genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and diet. Environmental influences, particularly during early childhood, play a crucial role by modulating the gut microbiota and affecting mucosal […]

ABSTRACT Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in Italy and pose a major social, health, and economic burden. Growing evidence indicates that atherosclerotic processes begin in childhood. Pediatricians play a pivotal role in early identification of at-risk populations and in implementing primary prevention through the management of key modifiable risk factors such as […]

ABSTRACT This article addresses the issue of early detection of psychiatric disorders in minors placed in reception centres and residential care homes. These settings host children and adolescents with traumatic life experiences, including abandonment, abuse, forced migration, and relational instability. Psychopathology in developmental age often presents in subtle and atypical ways, making the adoption of […]

ABSTRACT This article discusses the possible overlap between swallowing disorders and eating disorders. In light of international consensus documents, an attempt has been made to provide a trans-nosographic systematization in order to outline, beyond categorical diagnostic approaches, an overview of person-centered interventions. The intersection between chewing disorders and eating disorders (EDs) in pediatric age represents […]

ABSTRACT Sports injuries require an integrated, evidence-based approach. Early physiotherapy, eccentric training, and multidisciplinary support improve recovery and reduce reinjury risk. In pediatric populations, protecting growth and implementing early neuromuscular programs with psychological support is essential for safe return to sport and long-term health ABSTRACT I traumi sportivi richiedono una gestione integrata e basata su […]

L’intelligenza artificiale sta già trasformando la medicina: algoritmi capaci di diagnosticare immagini radiologiche, sistemi predittivi per l’andamento delle malattie, strumenti di supporto clinico basati su big data. Queste innovazioni promettono cure più efficaci, ma pongono una domanda cruciale: come cambia il consenso informato, soprattutto quando i pazienti sono minori? IL QUADRO NORMATIVO Il diritto europeo […]

ABSTRACT Sharing clinical images via messaging, increasingly common between doctors and parents, opens up new opportunities in the care relationship. This “informal telemedicine” facilitates rapid assessments, but requires attention to privacy. The GDPR also protects photos as health data, even if sent spontaneously. With a few good practices, safe and effective use is possible. The […]

ABSTRACT Managing musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescent athletes requires a condition- and sport-specific approach. This article provides an overview of common disorders, their sport-related epidemiology, and evidence-based treatment strategies.   ABSTRACT La gestione del dolore muscoloscheletrico nei bambini e adolescenti che praticano sport richiede un approccio diagnostico e terapeutico specifico per fascia d’età, tipo […]

ABSTRACT Climate change has emerged as a major global health emergency, with growing evidence of its disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations, particularly children. Environmental changes such as global warming, altered precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events are reshaping the epidemiology of infectious diseases. These changes have contributed to the resurgence and geographic […]