Online Medical Books for Congenital Toxoplasmosis

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3. Congenital Toxoplasmosis Prevention
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5. Congenital Toxoplasmosis Overview
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Medical Books Excerpts

Jaundice in Infants – Direct
(In A Page: Pediatric Signs and Symptoms)

... Jaundice refers to the presence of a yellow hue of the skin, sclerae, or mucous membranes. Direct, or more specifically, conjugated hyperbilirubinemia represents a pathologic condition of cholestasis. It is defined as a direct bilirubin fraction greater than 2 mg/dL, or greater... Differential Diagnosis ... Workup and Diagnosis ... Treatment ... READ EXCERPTS »

Jaundice in Infants – Indirect
(In A Page: Pediatric Signs and Symptoms)

... Jaundice is the presence of a yellow hue of the skin, sclerae, or mucous membranes due to elevation of serum bilirubin; it usually becomes apparent at a total serum bilirubin level of 5 mg/dL. It is present in approximately 60% of term infants... Differential Diagnosis ... Workup and Diagnosis ... Treatment ... READ EXCERPTS »

Toxoplasmosis
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

... Toxoplasmosis, one of the most common infectious diseases, is caused by the protozoa Toxoplasma gondii. Distributed worldwide, it's less common in cold or hot, arid climates and at high elevations. It usually causes localized infection but may produce significant generalized... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ EXCERPTS »

Toxoplasmosis
(Handbook of Diseases)

... One of the most common infectious diseases, toxoplasmosis results from the protozoa Toxoplasma gondii.Distributed worldwide, it’s less common in cold or hot, arid climates and at high elevations. It usually causes localized infection but may produce... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures ... READ EXCERPTS »

Consider ketotic hypoglycemia when evaluating infants and toddlers for hypoglycemia
(Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)

... Author: William Giasi, Jr., MD What to Do - Interpret the Data In infants and toddlers, signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia can often be vague and subtle. Given the subtle and nonspecific findings of the signs and symptoms,... Suggested Readings ... READ EXCERPTS »

Do not waste time trying to get anintravenous (IV) line on an infant in shock when an intraosseous (IO) line will do just as well
(Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)

... Author: William Giasi, Jr., MD What to Do - Take Action There are thousands of emergencies every year that require the resuscitation of infants and children. These emergencies can occur in almost any setting and providers need to... Suggested Readings ... READ EXCERPTS »

Encourage breastfeeding for infants
(Avoiding Common Pediatric Errors)

... Author: Esther Forrester, MD What to Do - Make a Decision, Take Action It is widely accepted that human breast milk is the optimum food for infants. Not only does it provide essential nutrients for the developing infant,... Suggested Readings ... READ EXCERPTS »

Toxoplasmosis
(The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)

... Richard M. Rutstein, MD Toxoplasmosis - BASICS Toxoplasmosis - description Toxoplasma gondii is an intracellular protozoan parasite with a complex life cycle; its definitive host is the cat. In addition to causing... Toxoplasmosis - DIAGNOSIS ... Toxoplasmosis - TREATMENT ... Toxoplasmosis - FOLLOW UP ... Toxoplasmosis - bibliography ... Toxoplasmosis - CODES ... Toxoplasmosis - FAQ ... READ EXCERPTS »

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