ABSTRACT Agenesis of the corpus callosum(ACC) is a relatively common condition in the developmentally disabled population with an incidence as detected by Computed Tomography( CT ) of 2.3 %. ACC is a birth defect in which there is a complete or partial absence of the corpus callosum( the band of white matter connecting the two hemispheres of the brain) fails ... Read more

Abstract: Background: Autism children were reported to have gastrointestinal problems that are more frequent and more severe than in children from the general population. Although many studies demonstrate that GI symptoms are common in autism, the exact percentage suffering from gastrointestinal (GI) problems is not well known, but there is a general consensus that GI problems are common in autism. ... Read more

ABSTRACT Background: Early recognition and diagnosis of neonatal sepsis is difficult because of the variable and non-specific clinical presentation of this condition. It is extremely important to make an early diagnosis of neonatal sepsis for the prompt institution of anti-microbial therapy, which improves outcomes. Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the role of Procalcitonin (PCT) and C-reactive ... Read more

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Incidence and prevalence of stroke is increasing in recent years, but diagnosis and management can be difficult because of the diversity of underlying risk factors and the absence of a uniform treatment approach. AIM OF WORK:To study the admission and outcome of stroke in children in Sohag university Hospital PATIENTS AND METHODS: This observational, prospective cohort study was ... Read more

Abstract Malformation of Cortical Development (MCD) corresponds to a broad spectrum of cerebral lesions resulting from cortical development abnormalities during embryogenesis. MCD are increasingly recognized as an important cause of epilepsy, especially refractory ones. Aims: Evaluation of pattern and clinical spectrum of MCD. Patients and methods: The data of children presented to the Pediatric Department, or Pediatric Neurology Clinic, Sohag ... Read more