Pediatrics
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Suicidality Following Sexual Abuse Among Children Aged 10 to 17 Years

Jun 11, 2026

This study aims to describe the prevalence of suicidality among youth aged 10 to 17 years evaluated for sexual abuse and to examine the relationship between suicidality and the nature of the perpetrator's relationship to the victim. The findings indicate that 11.1% of the youth reported suicidality within 90 days of assessment, with a higher rate of suicide attempts among those abused by nonrelatives compared to relatives. The authors emphasize the importance of timely suicidality screening and trauma-informed mental health care for at-risk youth following sexual abuse.

Supporting Safer Surgery: System-Level Interventions to Enhance Pediatric Perioperative Safety

Jun 10, 2026

The authors aimed to determine the effectiveness of high reliability organization (HRO) interventions in enhancing pediatric perioperative safety following a cluster of serious safety events. They implemented three key interventions—surgical safety stand-downs, error prevention training, and a safety coach program—over six months and monitored their impact for two years. The results indicated a significant reduction in serious safety events and an increase in case volume, suggesting that these interventions can effectively improve patient care in perioperative settings.

Pediatric Acral Site Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma Imitating Acromegaly

Jun 10, 2026

This case report addresses the diagnostic challenges of pediatric mycosis fungoides (MF) by presenting a 17-year-old boy whose symptoms initially suggested acromegaly, but were ultimately diagnosed as MF after thorough investigation. The authors emphasize the importance of recognizing rare presentations of CTCL in children and the barriers to healthcare access faced by immigrant populations, advocating for improved dermatologic services in community health settings.