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T-Cell Lymphoma

Non-Hodgkin
Bulky lymphadenopathy
Mediastinal mass

Burkitt's Lymphoma
Non-HodgkinIntra-abdominal
diseaseHead/Neck/TonsilsLocalized or
Diffuse

Chemotherapy Risks
Secondary cancers Cardiomyopathy Pulmonary
Fibrosis
Growth Sexual reproduction
Cognitive effects
Kills ALL rapidly dividing cells - toxic

Radiation Risks
Thyroid dz/cancerCAD
Breast cancer
Skin cancer
Cognitive effects Growth

Most common solid tumors
in kids
Brain

Most common brain tumors
in kids

Low-grade astrocytoma (juvenile pilocytic
astrocytoma)Medulloblastoma (neural cells in brain -
commonly cerebellum)

Treatment of Brain Tumors
in Kids

Surgical resection: most important prognostic
factorRadiation: wait until >3/old as possibleChemo: delay
radiation, prevent metastasis

Late effects of tx of brain tumors in
kids

HypopituitarismLearning
disabilities

Neuroblastoma presentation
Suprarenal massParaspinal
(flaccidity)Eye (Horner's)

Neuroblastoma prognosis
<18 mos: good (surgery + moderate chemo)>18 mos: high
risk (aggressive, mets to bone, BM, skin)

Wilms Tumor Presentation
Age 2-5NOT sick
appearing
Flank mass

Wilms Tumor Tx
High cure rate
Surgical resection of
entire kidney
Minimal local radiation
4-6mos chemo

Rhabdomyosarcoma
prognosis

Local: 70-97%
Met: 25%
Depends on location, size,
surgical resection, age

Ewing's Sarcoma and
Rhabdomyosarcoma Chemo Regimen

Vincristine, Adriamycin, CyclophosIfosfamide,
Etoposide+/- IrinotecanCompressed cycling (q2 weeks)

Ewing's Sarcoma Diagnosis
t(11;22) EWS-FLI-1 gene
product

Location of Ewing's
Sarcoma

Mostly bone - ANY bone possible;
mets to lung & bone

Osteosarcoma location
Long bones only - distal femur,
proximal tibia, proximal humerus

Treatment of Ewing's
Sarcoma

Adjuvant chemo + surgeryMAP
chemo:- MTX - Adriamycin or
Doxorubicin- CisPlatin

Partial vs. Generalized

seizure
Partial: began in one part of brain and spread (maybe d/t
structural lesion)
Generalized: began in both sides of brain
at same time (often genetic)

Simple partial seizure
Consciousnessis preserved

Complex partial seizure
consciousnessis impaired

Absence Seizure Petit Mal;
Generalized seizure Child stares off, can't get
their attention, goes right back to baseline

Tonic Clonic Seizure
Generalized
Most dangerous
Tonic
body stiffening, arms, legs
extendedClonic
rhythmic jerking

Physical exam to dx
epilepsy

Look for signs of neurological injury -
motor, sensory, CNs

When to use MRI in dx of
epilepsy

indication of partial seizure, hx of CP,
stroke, trauma, or abnl features on
exam

Neonatal epilepsy mimics
Jitteriness (RARELY seizure)
Eyedeviation
Apnea
Bicycling
Bucco-lingual movements

Infancy seizure mimics
Tonic posturing (pain reflex)
Myoclonus (nl when trying to fall asleep)

Early childhood seizure
mimics

Breath-holding spells - need to
determine if there was an inciting event

School Age/Adolescent
Seizure Mimics

Syncope
Staring spells
Complicated migraine
Movement disorders
Narcolepsy
Psychogenic seizures

Psychogenic seizures NOT EPILEPTIC strong emotional response causes an
episode that LOOKS like a seizureNOT mutually exclusive
w/ epilepsy

Infantile Spasms
- clinical 1st year (4-6mos)1-5 second contractions of trunk w/
extension of extremitiesNOT rhythmic Occur in clusters
shortly after wakingMay be irritable
Infantile Spasms EEG
Findings
Hypsarrythmia (disorganized waves w/
no distinct pattern)

West's Syndrome
Infantile spasms
Hysparrhythmia
Developmental regression

Absence Epilepsy clinical
Loss of awareness w/ cessation of
activity lasting 2-5 seconds
Repetitive blinking/other movement

Absence Epilepsy EEG
Bilateral distribution of spike and wave complexes
predominating in the frontal lobes, generalized over the
whole brain

Absence Epilepsy Prognosis
Outgrow by age 10-14

Childhood Absence Epilepsy -
onset/remission

Onset: age 3-5
Remits: age 10-12Cognitively normal85%
outgrow, 15% develop juvenile myoclonic epilepsy

Childhood Absence
Epilepsy - genetics
1/3 have +FHX10% siblings

Benign Epilepsy with Controtemporal
Spikes (BECTS) - clinical

Develops age 6-8Usually simple partial - motor or
sensory sxs of hand or face (lip weakness, drooling, can't
speak well upon waking)Can be tonic-clonic

Most common epilepsy in
children
BECTS

BECTS prognosis Outgrown by mid-teenage
years (100%)
BECTS EEG Focal spike wave right over
frontotemporal (Rolandic) area
Acute Seizure Management
1. ABCs2. Monitor VS, STAT glucose, consider underlying
cause, CNS infection (check nuchal rigidity)3. Benzos

Acute Seizure Meds - inpt
vs. outpt

Inpt: IV lorazepamOutpt: Diazepam
(valium) PRGive after 5 minutes

When to treat epilepsy
1 seizure + abnl neuro exam, abnl
EEG, remote symptomatic etiology OR
>1 seizure
Partial Seizure Meds Carbamazepine,
oxcarbazepine

Tonic Clonic Treatment
Valproate, Lamotrigine,
Levetiracetam

Myoclonic Seizure
Treatment
Valproate, Levetiracetam

Absence Seizure Treatment
Before age 12: ethosuximideAfter age
12: Valproate, Levetiracetam,
Lamotrigine

Infantile Spasms Treatment
ACTHVigabatrin (if tuberous
sclerosis)

Treatment of refractory seizures
(meds
not working)
Ketogenic Diet
Vagal Nerve Stimulation
Epilepsy Surgery

Definition of intellectual
disability

Limitation in intellectual functioning and adaptive
behavior; onset before age 18; IQ < 70; global
developmental delay (2+ domains)

Prevalence of mild to moderate
ID

1.5% - can decreased by environment
and education

Prevalence of severeprofound
ID

0.5% - fixed independent of population/
environement

Diagnostic Testing for ID
Chromosomal microarray: highest yield, standard of care
MRI: only if structural abnormality suspected Individual
genetic testing: Fragile X in males, MECP2 in females

Fragile X Physiology
Inactivated FMR1 gene d/t CGG >200
copies

Clinical Symptoms of Fragile
X

Narrow, elongated faceLarge,
protruding ears
Macro-orchidismJoint
hyperlaxity
AutismEpilepsy

X-Linked Intellectual
disabilities
Nonsyndromic mental retardation without other associated
organ involvement or significant dysmorphology

Treatment of behavioral
disorders in ID

Neuroleptics
Atypical antipsychotics

Treatment of hyperactivity in
ID
Clonidine Methylphenidate

Treatment of Epilepsy in ID
Avoid Keppra if mood disorder
(worsening depression, increased
suicide)

Causes of sleep
disturbances in ID

Central/OSASeizure
activityDisorganized architecture (lack
of input to circadian clock

Acute abdomen in ID
Significant mortality
May not tell you/
present w/ other sxs

Prognosis of mild-moderate
ID

Functional attainment at 6 years
represents lifespan Continues to
develop intellectually

Morbidity in ID
Cardiorespiratory disease
Severe epilepsy

Protective factors in
childhood psych

Resiliency: IQ, attractiveness,talent, likabilityConnection to
familyConnection to schoolParental behavioral/academic
expectations

Risk factors for childhood psych
disorder

No sense of belonging: poverty, moving, abuse,
neglectFamily adversity/lack of supervisionFHx of psych
disordersDrugs, alcohol, tobacco experimentation

Mainstay of tx for childhood psych
disorders

Psychopharmaceutical and
psychotherapy
family therapy, CBT
(anxiety!), pscyhodynamic

ANGER is a symptom of...
Anxiety
ADHD
Autism
Substanceabuse
Trauma
Bipolar
Depression

Clinical presentation of
depression

Insomnia, anhedonia
Decreased energy, appetite
Amotivation (quitting)
Guilt, Loss of self worth, Hopeless,
isolative Unrealistic high standardsMissing
school, academic problems

Parent perceptions of
depression
Defiance Spoiled

Treatment of Childhood
Depression

EducationAnti-depressants (SSRI,
SNRI)Family/school
involvement CBT Social Activities

Most common mental health disorder
in children
ANXIETY

Cognitive presentation of
anxiety

Fearful Nervous Stressed Difficulty
concentrating Inattentive Self-defeating

Behavioral presentation of anxiety

Restless Clingy Dependent/shy Reluctant Avoidant Withdrawn

Physical
manifestations
of anxiety

CV: increased HR, BPRespiratorySkin
(sweating)HA/DizzyGI**MSK

Treatment of
anxiety

Mild: therapyMod: meds + therapy (taper meds after 6 mos)
Severe: intensive combination
therapy
**PCP consult: TFT/Hormone workup

Disruptive Mood
Dysregulation
Disorder

Severe recurrent temper outbursts out of proportion to the
situation 3+ x/week x12 mos; Age 6-18

Highest mortality
mental health
disorder
Eating disorders

ASD: deficits in social
communication

Social-emotional reciprocity
Nonverbal communication
Relationships

ASD: restricted/repetitive
behaviors

Stereotyped/repetitive speech, motor (echolalia, hand
flapping, body rocking, spinning)
Excessive adherence to routine
Highly restricted, fixated interests, Unusual sensory
interests

DSM5 Diagnostic Criteria for
ASD

3 Deficits in social communication; 2+ Deficits in behavior,
interest or activitySxs in early childhoodSxs limit/impair
daily fxning

AAP Screening Timeline for ASD

12 mos18 mos24 mos 3 years

Red Flags for ASD
12 mos: no babbling, gestures
16 mos: no 1st word
24 mos: cannot combine 2 words

Neurobiology of ADHD
Under active dopamine in PFC (target of stimulants)
Overactive nor-epi in LC (target of alpha agonists)

DSM5 Criteria for ADHD
Inattention Hyperactivity & Impulsivity Before age 122+
settings Interfere w/ social, academic, occupational fxning
Not schizophrenic or psychotic

Who to evaluate for ADHD?
4-18yo w/ academic or behavior problems + sxs of inattention, hyperactivity or impulsivity

ADHD Coexisting Emotional/Behavioral Disorders

Anxiety Depression ODD OCD

Developmental Disorders coexisting w/
ADHD

Learning/language
Hearing loss
ASD

Physical disorders coexisting with ADHD

Sensory impairments; Tics; Sleep disorders; Medications

Medical ADHD Mimics
Hearing/vision Chronic illness; Medication complication
(asthma beta-agonist)SyndromesSeizure
disordersASDPrematurityCNS injury, infection, toxinOSA

Mental Health ADHD Mimics
MDD
BPD
Anxiety
ODD/OCD
Adjustment reaction /Substance Use

1st Line Medications for ADHD

Simulants- Methylphenidate-
Dexmethylphenidate-
Dextroamphatime- Lisdexamfetamine

2nd line tx for ADHD
SNRI: atomoxetineAlpha agonists: Clonidine XR,
Guanfacine XRAtypical antidepressant: Bupropion
(>16yo)TCAs

Main indication of abusive
injury

INCONSISTENCIES

Areas of bruising concern for abuse

Ears Triangle of safety: ear, side of face, top of
shoulderInner aspects of armsBack, side of trunkBlack
eyes (bilat!!)Cheeks; Intra-oral; Groin Inner thigh; Soles of feet

Concerns for inflicted burns
Multiple; Patterned; Immersion
Concerning fracture TYPES for abuse

Rib (lateral aspect and at attachment to
spine)FemurSkullClassic metaphyseal lesion
(corner/bucket handle fracture)

Age-Based Evaluation to r/o occult
injury in potential abuse

<6mos: Head imaging, skeletal survey, labs<2y: skeletal
survey, labs<6y: labs>6y: symptomatic w/u