Published RCPCH
guidelines
The differential diagnosis of hypernatraemia in children, with
particular reference to salt poisoning
Published: October
2009
Ref: EBG3
This guideline is based on a systematic review of the literature
relating to hypernatraemia and salt poisoning. It provides
evidence-based guidance on the differential diagnoses for
hypernatraemia in children, and on what investigations should be
undertaken when children present, and the interpretation of the
results of investigations.
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guideline
Guideline for the screening and treatment of retinopathy of
prematurity (ROP)
Published: May 2008
Ref: EBG2
This evidence-based guideline for the screening and treatment of
ROP was developed by the RCPCH in collaboration with the Royal
College of Ophthalmologists, British Association of Perinatal
Medicine and the premature baby charity BLISS.
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the guideline
Physical signs of child sexual abuse
(CSA)
- Published: April
2008
Ref: EBG4
This handbook is a revision of the 1997
RCP publication 'Physical Signs of Sexual Abuse in Children' and is
based on the best available evidence. The review focuses on
evidence for the physical signs of CSA in the following areas:
female genitalia, male genitalia, anal signs, oral signs and
sexually transmitted infections.
Further information on the CSA
Handbook
Published: December
2004
Ref: EBG1
Format / size: PDF 345
KB
The aim of this guideline is to increase
knowledge and understanding among paediatricians about CFS/ME in
children and young people, to give paediatricians confidence in
making a positive diagnosis, and to ensure that young patients with
CFS/ME are managed optimally.
Related
document: Guideline appraisal (87 KB)
RCPCH notes: The RCPCH
asks its members to note that this guideline has been post-dated by
the NICE CFS/ME guideline although it may still be of
relevance.