Sep 28, 2020
Welcome to our first mini episode! Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a common transient organism found in the GI tract, vagina and urethra. It is present in about 20% of pregnant people. Whilst not harmful to adults as it is a commensal organism, it can be very harmful to neonates.
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Sep 27, 2020
Gastroenteritis is one of the most common infective causes for paediatric presentations. Although most cases are self limiting, there are particular management considerations and red flags to consider.
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Sep 20, 2020
Pyloric stenosis is one of the most common surgical problems in infants under 3 months of age. Although overall mortality is generally low, the main complications are severe dehydration and hypochloraemic hypokalaemic metabolic alkalosis.
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Sep 13, 2020
HSP is the most common vasculitis of childhood, usually seen in children aged 2-8 years. Although it is usually self-limiting, there can be significant complications.
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Sep 6, 2020
Hypoglycaemia is a common postnatal ward call. Undiagnosed and untreated, it can have catastrophic complications. Luckily, we've summarised it into under 30 minutes for you!
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