Pediatric Download: A Forum for Pediatric Healthcare Providers

Expert pediatric specialists discuss trending child health topics and the latest updates in pediatric care in a monthly virtual presentation and discussion.

2023

Prenatal and Early Postnatal Outcomes for Fetuses with Anatomic or Functional Renal Agenesis

In this retrospective study, researchers from the Colorado Fetal Care Center and Department of Pediatric Urology at Children’s Hospital Colorado report on their experience with fetal intervention for anatomic or functional renal agenesis in five infants between 2013 and 2019.

The Effect of Pediatric Cancer on Identity in Young Adult Survivors: Results from Project REACH

Contrary to their hypothesis, researchers found that identifying as a survivor for young adults who had pediatric cancer is linked to higher anxiety and worse overall mental health.

Adolescent Athletes Return to Sports Rapidly After Posterior Spine Fusion for Idiopathic Scoliosis

Orthopedics Institute researchers found athletes can safely return to sports 1 to 2 months after posterior spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, much earlier than has been permitted previously by surgeons around the country.

A Novel PLK1 Inhibitor Onvansertib Effectively Sensitizes MYC-Driven Medulloblastoma to Radiotherapy

Researchers found that the new oral PLK1 Inhibitor onvansertib shows therapeutic promise for treating medulloblastoma when combined with radiation treatment.

Child Health Champions Action Center

Advocacy is a key part of our mission to improve the health of children. But we can't do it alone. We rely on parents, caretakers, patients and community members to raise their voices, too. Learn how to advocate for children's health issues today.

An Eight-Week Neuromuscular Training Program After Concussion Reduces One-Year Subsequent Injury Risk

After a concussion, athletes cleared to return to play have experienced persistent deficits in neuromuscular control, but an eight-week neuromuscular training intervention for post-concussion could reduce rates of reinjury.

Support for Parents with a Child in Crisis or Having Suicidal Thoughts

Are you worried your child could be suicidal? Do you know what to do if your child threatens to hurt or kill themselves? Find emergency resources here.

Pediatric Mental Health Care: How to Know If Your Kid Needs Help

When it comes to your kid's mental health, it can be hard to tell when they need help — and what kind. Learn from our pediatric mental health care experts.