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Failed Extubation After Primary Repair of Type C Esophageal Atresia: Frequency and Risk Factors

Reintubation after esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) repair is believed to increase the risk of anastomotic injury....

A Prospective Evaluation of Non-Operative Treatments for Gastrocutaneous Fistulae Closure in Children

Gastrocutaneous fistulae (GCF) persist after gastrostomy removal in one third of children. Several non-surgical treatment options have been...

Integrating Sankey Diagrams Into Meta-Analysis Reporting: A Novel Approach to Visualizing Intergroup Relationships, Study Inclusion, Event Rates, and Statistical Outcomes in Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis of Pediatric Surgery

Meta-analyses are among the most valuable methodologies in clinical research, as they integrate data from multiple studies to generate stronger...

Designing Patient-Centered Communication Aids in Pediatric Surgery Using Large Language Models

Large language models (LLMs) have been shown to translate information from highly specific domains into lay-digestible terms. Pediatric surgery...

Sex Differences in Postoperative Outcomes of Hirschsprung Disease: Propensity Score Matching Analysis

Sex differences in Hirschsprung disease (HSCR) incidence have been well documented, yet little is known about whether the effect of sex on...

Preoperative Echocardiography in Pectus Excavatum: High Rate of Incidental Findings, Low but Clinically Important Yield of Significant Anomalies

Routine preoperative echocardiograms (ECHOs) are frequently obtained in patients undergoing minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE),...

Letter to the editor: Meta-analysis cannot count the same study six times: Why independence of studies is the first principle of evidence synthesis

The foundation of any meta-analysis is that each included study contributes an independent piece of evidence [1–4]. Without this independence, the...

Timing of surgery and outcomes in patients with congenital pulmonary airway malformation: a national inpatient database study

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Evaluating AI performance in pediatric surgery: temporal bias and multimodal limitations in large language model assessment

Comparison of Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment Combined With Platelet-Rich Plasma and Excision With Primary Closure in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study on Short-Term Outcomes

Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) is a common condition in adolescents, often resulting in recurrence, prolonged recovery, and significant discomfort....

A roadmap of artificial intelligence applications in pediatric surgery: a comprehensive review of applications, challenges, and ethical considerations

Prenatal Intervention in High-Risk CPAM: Postnatal Outcomes After Fetal versus Standard Surgery: A Propensity Score Matched Study

Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM) is a rare fetal lung anomaly characterized by cystic lesions that can impede lung development....

Impact and Citation Trends of Surveys Endorsed by the EUPSA Network Office in Pediatric Surgery: A Bibliometric Analysis

The European Pediatric Surgeons' Association (EUPSA) Network Office regularly endorses surveys that address controversial topics in pediatric...

Impact of Initial Healthcare Setting and Family Caregiving Structure on Pediatric Appendicitis Outcomes in Resource-Limited Settings: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study with External Validation

Acute appendicitis is a common pediatric surgical emergency worldwide. Misdiagnosis and perforation remain frequent, particularly among younger...

Refining Management of Pediatric First Rib Fractures Without Major Trauma

First rib fractures in children are typically associated with high-impact trauma; atraumatic etiologies remain understudied. The purpose of this...

Lobectomy or total thyroidectomy in pediatric differentiated thyroid cancer? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Thyroid cancer in pediatric patients is distinct from adult-onset thyroid cancer due to differences in disease presentation, management and...

Commentary on “Outcomes of Allogenic Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell Infusion for Liver Cirrhosis Due to Biliary Atresia After Kasai Operation” JPEDSURG-D-25-00654R2

The Vietnamese team led by Prof. Nguyen Thanh Liem contributes important work based on the cutting-edge application of cell-based therapy in...

Redefining Pediatric General Surgery: A Generational Paradigm Shift Toward Specialization

Pediatric surgeons often define the field as the “last true bastion” of general surgery. On any given day, we are called upon to care for a wide...

William Ladd's Procedure for Malrotation and Volvulus: Convincing the World

For one considered “the father of pediatric surgery,” William Ladd (1880–1967) has few eponymous procedures and terms that bear his name. The Ladd...

Meckel’s diverticulum: differences in clinical features between children and adults

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Stent it and Forget it? Not in Kids: Endovascular Treatment of Traumatic Arterial Injuries in Adolescents

Repair strategies for pediatric vascular injuries must consider vascular growth and intervention durability. Endovascular interventions are...

Evaluating the role of Kasai portoenterostomy in biliary atresia older than 90 days

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Musculoskeletal Pain in Pediatric Surgeons: Prevalence, Impact, and Prevention—A Cross-Sectional Survey Study

Recent studies show that at least three-quarters of surgeons who perform minimally invasive surgery suffer from musculoskeletal pain and...

Correction: Outcomes of CDH patients receiving PDA ligation: a propensity score matched analysis

Outcomes of Allogeneic Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell Infusion for Liver Cirrhosis Due to Biliary Atresia After Kasai Operation

Although Kasai surgery has saved many patients with biliary atresia, the long-term survival rate remains low. Recently, cell therapy has been...

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Strategies for Intraoperative and Postoperative Hypocalcemia in Pediatric Thyroidectomy Patients: A Single-Center Experience

The primary goals of surgical management in thyroid disorders are the treatment of malignancy, goiter, and thyrotoxicosis, while adhering to the...

Clinical features and surgical outcomes of testicular epidermoid cysts in children

Endoscopic Implantation of a Biodegradable Tracheal Stent: Toward Pediatric Applications in Airway Surgery — A Preclinical Study

Obstructions of the tracheobronchial tree can result from various etiologies. Most cases of tracheal stenosis or tracheomalacia are associated...

Letter to the editor - Congenital cardiac disease and biliary atresia - Not a benign relationship

Connor et al. review the National Surgical Quality Improvement Progam-Pediatric (NSQIP-P) database (2012–22) identifying 854 infants from around...

Benefits and barriers to using a portable thoracoscopic esophageal atresia simulator as perceived by surgical trainees

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Systematic Review of Reported Outcomes for Antegrade Continence Enema in Patients With Anorectal Malformation and Hirschsprung Disease

To identify reported parameters and study characteristics in the literature on antegrade continence enema (ACE) in patients with anorectal...

TRACHEAL WORK OF BREATHING IN NEONATES WITH TRACHEOESOPHAGEAL FISTULA BEFORE AND AFTER SURGICAL REPAIR VIA COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS ASSESSMENT

Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF), often occurring with esophageal atresia (EA), presents significant respiratory challenges in neonates. Neither...

Same day discharge following minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum

Pectus excavatum is surgically managed with minimally invasive bar placement. Pain control effectively determines the postoperative length of stay...

Developments and prospects of robotic-assisted surgery in the treatment of pediatric Hirschsprung’s disease: a comprehensive review

Publication date: September 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 36Author(s): Ken Chen, Shuhao Zhang, Zhigang Gao, Qingjiang Chen

The efficacy and safety of single-port versus multi-port laparoscopic surgery for pediatric inguinal hernia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Publication date: September 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 36Author(s): Guiquan Fan, Xindan Zhang, Yongke He, Xiaogang Lu,...

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Publication date: September 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 36Author(s):