The Spanish Association of Pediatrics has, as one of its main objectives, the dissemination of rigorous and updated scientific information on the different areas of pediatrics. Annals of Pediatrics is the Body of Scientific Expression of the Association and is the vehicle through which members communicate. The journal publishes original papers on clinical research in pediatrics from Spain and Latin American countries, as well as review articles written by the best professionals in each specialty, communications from the annual congress and the Association's proceedings, and guidelines for action drawn up by the different Specialised Societies/Sections belonging to the Spanish Association of Pediatrics.