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Catheter Directed Thrombolysis
tPA 0.1-0.3 mg/kg (max dose 10 mg) bolus followed by 0.01-0.03 mg/kg/hr (max 2 mg/hr) x 24-72 hrs. Administer heparin at 10 units/kg/hr or decrease direct thrombin inhibitor rate by 50%. These pathways do...
Ewing sarcoma: Gavin's Story
Just take one look at his picture, and it’s easy to see that Gavin Beaver is a fighter, but it’s not because he wants to be. It’s because he has to be. At just 9 years old, Gavin was diagnosed with Ewing...
Halo Gravity Traction
American College of Surgeons Verified Center Halo gravity traction is a technique of applying traction to the spine pre-operatively through a metal ring (halo) that is attached to your child’s head. Not...
Bylaws
Beacon Program’s mission Provide a patient- and family-centered primary care medical home for children with medical complexity and their siblings. Our team communicates with health care providers in...
ACL Tears in Both Knees: Megan's Story
Meet Megan At 18 years old, Megan Johnson has been playing softball since she could walk. “It’s what I do. It’s what I’m good at,” she said. “I played competitive ball, then played all four years in high...
Focal Intracranial Infection
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject...
Physical Activity for Heart Health
Physical activity, exercise, and limited sedentary time are important for a healthy lifestyle. Not only does physical activity help with keeping your heart healthy, but it also reduces insulin resistance...
Imagine Your Potential at Children's Mercy
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New Study Uses Machine Learning and AI to Predict Teens’ Response to Depression Treatment
The GOLDILOKs PRISM study aims to match patients with an effective treatment and minimize the amount of time they may receive ineffective treatment.
Biostatistics and Epidemiology Core Director Named
Vince Staggs, PhD, has been named as the first Director of the Children’s Mercy Research Institute Biostatistics and Epidemiology Core.
Wet Wrap Therapy
Wet wraps are used to help moisturize and soothe the skin of patients suffering from eczema. In short, treatment involves wrapping children in wet clothing, which can ease the symptoms of eczema. What...
Constipation: Rome IV Criteria for Constipation
Neonate/Toddler Child/Adolescent These pathways do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different, and those individuals involved in providing...
Torn ACL: Maxxwell's Story
Meet Maxxwell Maxxwell Ford video Very few high school freshmen have the talent and drive to play quarterback at the varsity level, but Maxxwell Ford did. “I’ve been playing football since I was old enough...
Bryson's Story
Catching that football one-handed and scoring is almost every player’s dream, and 14-year-old Bryson Ewart is no different. In fact, ever since he can remember, he’s played catch in the back yard with his...
Today’s forecast: Springtime storms and possible anxiety
April showers bring May flowers. But they can also bring bouts of anxiety. It’s normal for storms to be a little scary, but when does that become something to be concerned about?
Asthma Guidelines - State-of-the-Art Pediatrics - July 2022
Guidelines for asthma care have recently changed. Help families understand when and why to use each type of inhaler for optimal asthma control.
Bylaws
The Accessibility & Rehab Patient Family Advisory Council will work in partnership with Children’s Mercy staff members to advocate on behalf of patients and families for the best quality of care. The...
Wise Use of Antibiotics April 2021
I recently watched an episode of 20/20 featuring children who developed OCD, outbursts and tantrums, seizures, catatonia, and paranoia following a diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis. Some of the...
5 harmless April Fool’s Day pranks to play on kids
Well, it’s that time of year again – April Fool’s Day. This year is a good time for some light-hearted, harmless pranks parents can play on kids.
Dr. Romina Barral Receives NIH Funding to Study Reproductive Health Disparities Among Latinx Youth Living in Rural Communities
Dr. Barral’s study, “Reducing reproductive health disparities among Latinx youth living in rural communities” aims to improve scientific knowledge about disparities in teen pregnancy prevention.