The nurses: "We tried to thaw the heart with cold and warm water"
Nurses at Monaldi Hospital in Naples recount their desperate attempts to thaw a frozen heart for a two-and-a-half-year-old boy's transplant.
Baby with an intestine six times smaller than ideal is discharged after being hospitalized since birth, in Paranรก
Paulo Junior de Freitas, a baby with a severe intestinal malformation, has been discharged from the hospital after a year of surgeries and infections.
CHARTS โฉ The number of self-referred patients has decreased, but this does not manage the overload in the ER
The number of self-referred patients to emergency services in Estonia has decreased, but there remains significant pressure on emergency departments due to minor health issues not properly directed to general practitioners.
Zakynthos: Anxiety for the infant who contracted meningitis โ What the pediatrician says
A five-month-old infant is in critical but stable condition after being hospitalized with bacterial meningitis and meningococcal sepsis, amid allegations from the parents of a severe delay in medical examination at the local hospital.
Gpaci Hospital completes renovation two years after flood that inundated facility in Sorocaba
Gpaci Hospital in Sorocaba, Brazil, has completed its renovation two years after being flooded, enhancing its facilities for patient care and safety.
Araruama Pediatric Urgent Care Unit has part of the roof destroyed after heavy rain
The Pediatric Urgent Care Unit in Araruama, Brazil, suffered roof damage due to heavy rains, prompting temporary patient transfers and immediate repairs.
Last year, more pediatric clinics closed than opened, what to do about the shortage of clinics?
The closure of pediatric clinics in South Korea has surpassed openings, raising concerns about accessibility and the quality of care for children's health needs.
Beware, however, of putting the Monaldi on the pillory
The article discusses the loss of trust in Naples' Monaldi Hospital following a tragic incident related to a pediatric heart transplant.
More children survive cancer โ even difficult diagnoses
Advances in research and healthcare have led to improved treatment outcomes for pediatric cancer patients in Sweden.
The 60 days of agony of the little warrior. Now a foundation: 'Let it not happen again'
A mother mourns her son Domenico, who died after a prolonged battle in intensive care following a complicated heart operation, leading her to advocate for change in the healthcare system.
Silences and cross accusations: the time for reckoning among the doctors of Monaldi
A heavy atmosphere among professionals at Monaldi's pediatric cardiac surgery unit, highlighted by internal conflicts and the tragic death of a child, raises serious questions about their responsibilities and protocols.
The head nurse of Monaldi: โFor two months we cared for Domenico, his end is a defeatโ
In an interview, Giovanni Bufalino, head of the Pediatric Cardiac Surgery ICU at Monaldi, reflects on the emotional toll of caring for Domenico, illustrating the dedication of the medical staff during his treatment.
The ordeal of little Domenico: from the transplant of a 'burned' heart to the sad epilogue
Domenico's tragic story involves a heart transplant gone wrong and ongoing investigations surrounding the case.
The Little Ones in the Office
The article discusses two stories that highlight challenges in medical treatment for children, including a historical case of a boy suffering from a rare disease and a recent case involving potential medical abuse.
Child from Naples, the medical bulletin from Monaldi: "Conditions rapidly worsening"
The health conditions of a young patient in Naples have deteriorated rapidly following a failed heart transplant two months ago, leading to discussions about palliative care.
Bergamo, the heart that was supposed to save the little boy from Naples went to another child
A heart that was intended for a young boy in Naples has been successfully transplanted to another child in Bergamo.
"Too Many Deaths Here". Ten Years of Disasters in the 'Burned' Heart Hospital
The article discusses the tragic case of a child in Naples receiving end-of-life care due to medical errors at a local heart hospital, which has a history of alarming incidents in pediatric cardiac surgery.
Rede D'Or creates national service for pediatric liver transplantation
Rede D'Or has launched a national pediatric liver transplantation service in Brazil to improve access to complex healthcare for children and adolescents.
Transplanted Child in Naples, What Happens Now: Therapy Interruption Approaches
A child in Naples, who has been on the ECMO device for over 55 days, is likely to have his therapies interrupted due to deteriorating health conditions and lack of hope for a transplant.
Mixing of medications and child's death: Health Inspectorate prepares a decision on the incident
The Health Inspectorate of Latvia is preparing a decision regarding an administrative violation following the death of a child last November due to medication mixing at a pediatric hospital.
Health conditions, blood type, weight, waiting time: here's how they decide who to transplant
The article discusses the criteria used in pediatric organ transplantation allocation, emphasizing the importance of adhering to bureaucratic rules to determine waiting lists based on need and potential benefit.
Hospital Foundation offers pediatric drive with 300 spots for children in Feira de Santana; learn more
The Hospital Foundation in Feira de Santana is organizing a pediatric event offering 300 free appointments for children aged up to 13 years.
Naples, the child remains on the list for a new transplant: experts from all over Italy are coming
A two-and-a-half-year-old boy in Naples, who has suffered severe heart damage, is being evaluated by top specialists from across Italy for potential additional treatments alongside a transplant.
In Italy, there is a disheartening disparity in the treatment of children's cancers: families need to be helped
On World Childhood Cancer Day, a Bologna expert highlights significant disparities in pediatric oncology care and calls for greater attention and investment to ensure children's right to health and treatment.
Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas treats 144 children in oncology in Santarรฉm
The Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas provided pediatric oncology care to 144 children in 2025, with a majority diagnosed with leukemia.
Pediatric heart transplants are rare procedures, thirty are performed annually in Italy
In Italy, only thirty pediatric heart transplants are conducted each year, highlighting the rarity and complexity of such operations.
Art and Solidarity for the Children's Hospital: The 'Garden of Dreams' is Born
A project called 'Il Giardino dei Sogni' aims to transform a pediatric hospital in Padova into a space filled with beauty and care.
Ariana's struggle, the baby from La Matanza who received a heart transplant
Ariana, a ten-month-old baby from La Matanza, Argentina, received a heart transplant after months of hospitalization and being on the waiting list.
'The symptoms of our daughter's breast cancer were dismissed by doctors because she was only 17'
The parents of a teenager who died of breast cancer claim her age led to inadequate medical attention, delaying her diagnosis and treatment.
'The symptoms of our daughter's breast cancer were dismissed by doctors because she was only 17'
The parents of a Scottish teenager, Isla Sneddon, who died of breast cancer at 17, claim her symptoms were overlooked due to her age, leading to a late diagnosis and urging for changes in urgent pediatric referrals.
Zagreb is 15 years old: Parents in Split thrilled with new practice in the clinic
Parents in Split are pleased with a new practice in a pediatric clinic that separates appointments for healthy and sick children to reduce the spread of infections.
Same functions but different contract: Castilla y Leรณn penalizes pediatric nurses in the opposition
Pediatric nurses in Castilla y Leรณn are penalized in their opposition exams despite performing the same duties as their specialist counterparts due to having generalist contracts.
Minutocorp and Solca form an alliance for the construction of the first pediatric oncology hospital
Minutocorp and the Ecuadorian Society Against Cancer (Solca) have announced a partnership to build Hope, Ecuador's first pediatric oncology hospital, aiming to provide specialized care for children with cancer.
Pediatricians: To save lives, the maternity hospital must be near the children's hospital
Pediatricians in Tallinn argue that establishing a maternity hospital next to the children's hospital is essential for improving childbirth and pediatric intensive care in the capital.
Politicians play with WOลP. The auction of Tusk's 'golden corks' continues, with over 40 thousand on the counter.
Politicians are participating in an auction organized by the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity to raise funds for pediatric gastroenterology, with notable contributions such as Tusk's 'golden corks'.
The latest therapeutic camp.. humanitarian medicine fills the gap of war in Sudan
Humanitarian medical initiatives in Sudan are addressing health challenges exacerbated by the ongoing war, with a recent initiative focusing on urology and pediatric surgery.
We visited the most special Advent house in Zagreb. They even have their own Rudolph
The Pediatric Oncology and Hematology Clinic is bringing the spirit of Advent to children battling severe illnesses in Zagreb with a uniquely decorated Advent house.
Polish Monitor from December 30, 2025 (positions 1297 - 1308)
The article provides official announcements and government resolutions from December 2025, including interest rates for delays and investments in pediatric healthcare infrastructure.
Georgiadis: The NHS remains a functional and safe system and is in the best condition it has ever been
Georgiadis asserts that the National Health System (NHS) is currently functioning well and is at its best, responding to a woman's complaints about not finding a pediatric cardiologist in Chania Hospital.