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Archives of Pediatrics and Child Health
DOI: 10.68438
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Year: 2026
“The Tooth Fairy”: An Experience Report on a Desensitization and Behavioral Management Strategy in Pediatric Dental Practice
Renata Galdino da Silva, Ayonara Dayane Leal da Silva, Larissa Hellen de Paiva Felix, Zilma Ri- beiro do Nascimento, Ana Beatriz da Silva Pinho, Niedje Siqueira de Lima, Luciana de Barros Correia Fontes*
Abstract:
Objectives. To assess the perceptions of children treated at a university dental teaching clinic regarding the “Tooth Fairy” and aspects related to oral health and dental treatment, as well as the influence of this character on children’s cooperation during dental care. Methods. This descriptive study was conducted as part of an extension project and included 22 children aged 3 to 10 years and their respective caregivers, who were treated at the teaching clinics of the School of Dentistry of the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Recife, Brazil, during the first semester of 2025. Data were collected through questionnaire-based interviews conducted in the waiting room in May and June 2025. The children were assessed before and after the participation of a dental student dressed as the “Tooth Fairy” in a playful manner during dental care. Results. The mean age of the children was 7.05 ± 1.93 years, and most were accompanied by their mothers (77.3%). The main reason for seeking dental care was dental caries associated with toothache (45.4%). Only one child had never heard of the “Tooth Fairy,” whereas six had heard of the character but were unfamiliar with its representation. All children had a positive perception of the character, associating it with a “good” figure, mainly because she was a fairy and because she “gives money.” Following the playful participation of the “Tooth Fairy” during dental care, the children reported reduced fear and greater feelings of happiness during dental visits. Conclusion. The playful use of the “Tooth Fairy” proved to be a promising strategy for desensitization and behavior management in pediatric dental care, fostering more positive perceptions of dental visits and potentially contributing to children’s cooperation. Further studies with larger samples and analytical designs are needed to assess its effectiveness.
Keywords:
Imagination
Behavior
Oral health
Pediatric dentistry
Research Article
Open Access
Year: 2026
Arrythmogenic Left Ventricle Induced By Desmoplakin Mutation
Manal Mohammed Helmy Nabo*
Abstract:
Desmoplakin (DSP) is an essential component of the cardiac desmosome and contributes to mechanical coupling between cardiomyocytes. Pathogenic variants in DSP are associated with a distinctive form of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy characterized by predominant left ventricular involvement, myocardial fibrosis, ventricular arrhythmia and progressive ventricular dysfunction [1–3]. The patient will presented by a variant of presentation. But, the most important thing is the early detection as the permanent damage of the cardimyocyte is irreversible and need further treatment. The end result of untreated cases will be long life anti-failure and anti arrhythmic medication.
Keywords:
Heart Failure
Cardiomyopathy and Desmoplakin
Research Article
Open Access
Year: 2026
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) Deficiency In The Department Of Pediatrics At The Gabriel Toure Hospital
Diakite AA*, Traore F, Drame F, Sidibe Ln, Sacko K, Maiga B, Dicko F, Togo B, Sylla M
Abstract:
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is the most common genetic enzymopathy worldwide. This study aimed to investigate the epidemiological and clinical profile of G6PD deficiency within the Department of Pediatrics at the Gabriel Touré University Hospital in Bamako, Mali. This prospective, descriptive study was conducted from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025. It included patients under 15 years of age who were hospitalized for anemia and jaundice, and had a laboratory-confirmed G6PD deficiency. Twenty patients were included, representing a hospital frequency of 7.5%. Neonates aged 0-1 month constituted the majority of cases (75%). The sex ratio (M/F) was 5.6 (17 males, 3 females). Parental consanguinity was reported in 25% of cases. At admission, 90% of patients presented with jaundice (n = 18), and 55% had a history of blood transfusion. Indirect hyperbilirubinemia was the predominant laboratory finding. According to clinical staging, 70% of patients were classified as Stage A, 25% as Stage B, and 5% as Stage C. The mortality rate was 7.14%.
Keywords:
G6PD deficiency
Jaundice
Pediatrics
Mali
Research Article
Open Access
Year: 2026
COVID-19 vaccination. Putting messenger RNA vaccines into context: there should be no doubt that they are beneficial
Fernando Álvez
Abstract:
Only a few years have passed since the onset of the pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which has significantly lower activity and incidence. To address this current favorable epidemiological situation, the rapid development and widespread administration of COVID-19 vaccines—particularly messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccines—has played an undeniable role. Numerous studies have convincingly shown that the benefits achieved with these types of mRNA immunization in controlling infection and disease far outweigh the potential risks associated with the administered vaccines. Alongside this success during the pandemic, widespread misinformation has emerged and still persists today, reaching a broad segment of the general population. This misinformation, which is focused on the safety profile of these vaccines and amplified through various social media and digital platforms, generates unnecessary skepticism, reluctance, and a sense of uncertainty—even among healthcare professionals. The aim of this review is advocacy-oriented, providing accurate information about the reality of mRNA technology in preventing infection by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is here to stay, as well as its potential benefits in other infections and as a therapeutic approach for certain diseases. Despite these positive results, research continues to overcome certain limitations and achieve its full potential by improving factors such as increasing immunogenicity, prolonging the duration of humoral immunity, and inducing nasal mucosal immunity, all while ensuring the lowest possible reactogenicity. Transparent verification and communication regarding cited side effects and their rarity are also crucial to maintaining confidence in them. Strengthening medical and social trust in the face of inevitable misleading or false information about these vaccines—information not based on scientific data or evidence—is essential, as it can seriously harm individuals who rely on it when making decisions about their health.
Keywords:
SARS-CoV-2 virus
pandemic
mRNA vaccines
mRNA technology
spike proteins
misinformation of vaccines
effectiveness of mRNA vaccines
skepticism about COVID-19 vaccines
strengthening the credibility of COVID-19 vaccines
Research Article
Open Access
Year: 2026
Hemorrhagic Shock Involve Inadequate Blood Circulation in Children
Siniša Franjić
Abstract:
Shock is a medical condition resulting from sudden failure of the circulation, leading to insufficient blood flow and lack of necessary nutrients for tissues. All forms of shock involve inadequate blood circulation, prompting the body to initiate various compensatory mechanisms to sustain the circulation of essential organs.
Keywords:
Hemorrhagic Shock
UCHS
Circulation
Pediatrics
Health