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The RSV medicine shortage is concerning pediatricians here in Western New York and across the country.

The situation has improved but more can be done

1. This randomized clinical trial showed that very low birth weight (VLBW) infants who received extrauterine placental perfusion (EPP) had similar postnatal hematocrit levels compared to those who received delayed cord clamping (DCC) 2. The EPP group demonstrated significantly higher postnatal peripheral and cerebral oxygenation. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) DCC for at least 30

1. This randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial found that the daily use of Streptococcus salivarius K12 probiotics did not decrease the incidence of acute otitis media among children attending day care. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) AOM is a prevalent infection in children and a major contributor to antibiotic use in children. With the need for

1. There is no significant difference in treatment failure between pediatric patients taking amoxicillin versus amoxicillin-clavulanate for acute sinusitis. 2. Adverse events were more common in patients who took amoxicillin-clavulanate as compared to amoxicillin. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Study Rundown: Acute sinusitis is a prevalent condition in children, and antibiotics are frequently prescribed for