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Pulmonology Advisor
In a prospective study of nearly 4,000 children evaluated for suspected pulmonary embolism, the PERC-Peds rule demonstrated 99.6% sensitivity and a 0.1% false-negative rate. The findings support diagnostic assessment performance in the study population without establishing broader implementation outcomes.
Emergency Medicine September 1st 2026
Journal of the American Academy of Physician Associates (JAAPA)
A 16-year-old girl presented with acute aphasia and right-sided weakness consistent with a large-vessel stroke syndrome. Neuroimaging confirmed left middle cerebral artery occlusion, but the underlying etiology was not immediately apparent.
Cardiology August 14th 2026
The American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (AJRCCM)
The American Thoracic Society updated guidance for childhood interstitial lung disease in infants, emphasizing genetic testing, chest imaging, biopsy indications, and transplant referral. Recommendations formalize evaluation priorities for rare pediatric lung disorders.
Medical Genetics August 13th 2026
MDLinx
An Arizona toddler was pronounced dead following resuscitation efforts and later discovered alive in a hospital morgue hours afterward. The unusual case has prompted investigation into death determination, communication, and post-resuscitation safety processes.
Emergency Medicine July 27th 2026
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