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Mar 23, 2026Open Access
Background: Sturge Weber syndrome (SWS) is a rare, sporadic neurocutaneous disorder caused by somatic mutations in the GNAQ gene, characterized by vascular malformations involving the skin, leptomeninges, and eyes. Although facial port-wine stains, seizures, and ocular abnormalities are the hallmark features, oral manifestations are less frequently reported and may represent an early clinical sign of the disease. Case Presentation: We report the case of a 12-year-old girl who presented with prog...
Feb 28, 2026Open Access
Introduction: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication, affecting almost one-third of critically sick children and also noncritically ill children admitted to wards. It is common in pediatric intensive care units (ICUs) and has an incidence of 10% to 35%. AKI is also common in wards, especially in children receiving aminoglycosides and multiple nephrotoxins during their hospital stay. In the developing world, especially in rural regions, the etiological factors remain as dehydration, s...
Jan 15, 2026Open Access
Background: Dental anxiety is a common barrier to effective care in pediatric patients. Deep touch pressure (DTP) interventions, such as weighted sensory tools, have demonstrated calming effects in various clinical settings, but their role in pediatric dentistry remains underexplored. Methods: This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effect of a weighted stuffed animal on anxiety and behavior in children aged 4 to 14 years receiving restorative dental trea...
Jan 13, 2026Open Access
Primary Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) Deficiency Type 5 is a rare, autosomal recessive mitochondrial disorder that impairs cellular energy production. Neonatal-onset forms often present with extensive multisystem involvement and carry a poor prognosis. CoQ10, a lipid-soluble component of the mitochondrial respiratory chain, plays a crucial role in oxidative phosphorylation. Mutations affecting genes such as COQ2, COQ4, or PDSS2 disrupt CoQ10 biosynthesis, leading to various mit...
Dec 15, 2025Open Access
Introduction: Thévenard disease, or hereditary sensory neuropathy type 1, is a rare genetic disorder characterized by sensory loss, recurrent ulcerations, and progressive osteoarticular destruction. While systemic manifestations are well described, oral involvement—especially in recessive forms-remains poorly understood. This article aims to report the oral features of a child with recessive Thévenard disease and to outline specific challenges in dental management. Case Presentation: A 7-year-ol...
Nov 24, 2025Open Access
Intussusception in newborn is rare and associated with nonspecific features of intestinal obstruction. We present the new born who presented progressive abdominal distension, vomiting, and neonatal jaundice. There was delayed diagnosed and surgical intervention caused by missing diagnosis whereby the initial diagnosis was necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). The surgical intervention was done at day five after admission, intraoperatively was ileo-ileal intussusception. Post operative management was ...
Nov 20, 2025Open Access
Background: Pediatric systemic diseases are heterogeneous, potentially disabling, and under-reported in Sub-Saharan Africa. We aimed to describe their epidemiological, diagnostic, therapeutic, and outcome profile in a hospital setting in Chad. Methods: We conducted a retrospective descriptive study with a prospective component in the Rheumatology Unit between January 2020 and September 2024. Cases were identified using standard clinical and paraclinical criteria (ACR/EULAR where applicable). Dem...
Oct 16, 2025Open Access
The neonatal period, defined as the first 28 days of life, is the most vulnerable time for a child’s survival. According to the World Health Organization, nearly 2.3 million neonatal deaths occur annually, accounting for almost 47% of all under-five deaths globally. Despite global advances in maternal and child health, neonatal morbidity and mortality continue to pose serious public health concerns in sub-Saharan Africa, with Cameroon ranking among the countries with the highest neonatal mortali...
Sep 28, 2025Open Access
Primary hyperparathyroidism is rare in children and adolescents. The typical biochemical features are hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia, but the symptoms are vague and non-specific. This case illustrates a rare presentation of primary hyperparathyroidism, along with its clinical approach and follow-up. A 16-year-old male adolescent presented to the emergency department with abdominal pain and vomiting. Laboratory tests showed elevated amylase and hypercalcemia. The diagnosis of pancreatitis due...
Aug 29, 2025Open Access
The term “multiple births” refers to the presence of more than one fetus in the uterus. The presence of several fetuses increases the risk of complications. The main risk for the fetus is extreme prematurity (less than 33 weeks) and very premature birth (less than 29 weeks), with its consequences on neonatal mortality and the risk of serious neurological morbidity. The prognosis of premature babies is very dependent on perinatal care. Care becomes even more delicate when it comes to multiple bir...
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