Nirsevimab in Madeira: a first step towards reshaping respiratory syncytial virus prevention in Portugal

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has long imposed a substantial burden on infants, families, and health systems at all levels of care. For decades, preventive options were limited to selected high-risk infants, leaving the majority of RSV-related hospitalisations occurring in previously healthy children without a broadly applicable preventive strategy. The arrival of nirsevimab, a long-acting monoclonal […]

Therapeutic hypothermia in mild neonatal hypoxic-ischemic enencephalopathy: the experience of a single center in Portugal

Keypoints What is known – Current evidence is insufficient to recommend routine therapeutic hypothermia in mild neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. – Brain injury and neurodevelopmental impairments occur in neonates with mild hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. – Treatment rates with therapeutic hypothermia in newborns with mild hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy are increasing. What is added – This is the first report […]

Unintentional acute poisoning in emergency care: a eight-year retrospective study in a type II hospital in Portugal

Keypoints What is known – Unintentional poisoning is a frequent occurrence in pediatric emergencies, especially in children under five years of age. – The majority of poisoning events occur at home and involve medications or common household products. – Early recognition and caregiver disclosure significantly improve diagnosis, treatment, and clinical outcomes. What is added – […]

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia: a neonatologist’s perspective. A narrative review

Key points What is known – Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a life-threatening anomaly. – Pulmonary hypoplasia, pulmonary hypertension, and cardiac dysfunction are the main determinants of morbidity and mortality. – The management of CDH remains challenging and there is no universally accepted treatment protocol. What is added – This article provides a concise overview […]

Brown plantar patch: what is your diagnosis?

Keypoints What is known – Tinea nigra is caused by Hortaea werneckii and is common in tropical environments. – It presents as a slow-growing, asymptomatic brown patch, commonly on the palms and soles. – Dermoscopy and mycological examination help distinguish it from melanocytic lesions. What is added – Tinea nigra can occur in individuals from […]