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Generative Artificial Intelligence Accuracy in Interpreting Forest Plots in Pediatric Surgery Meta-analyses: A Perspective From Pediatric Surgery Meta-analysis Study Group (PESMA)

Pediatric surgery is a relatively newer specialty compared to fields such as orthopedics, internal medicine, and pediatrics. The number of...

“INCIDENCE OF RECURRENT LARYNGEAL NERVE PALSY IN THORACIC SURGERY IN NEONATES.”

Recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) injury is a common complication in cervical, thoracic, and cardiac surgeries for both adults and children....

Implementation of an Enhanced Recovery Pathway for Pediatric Single Lobe Thyroidectomy

Enhanced Recovery Pathways (ERP) have gained popularity for optimizing perioperative care, improving patient outcomes, and reducing hospital...

Risk Factors for Postoperative Volvulus and its Laparoscopic Management Following Laparoscopic Ladd's Procedure in Pediatric Patients With Intestinal Malrotation: A Single-center, Retrospective Cohort Study

Laparoscopic Ladd's procedure (LL) for intestinal malrotation remains controversial, owing to a higher postoperative volvulus rate than that...

Ethical Concerns Regarding Time-restricted Intussusception Reduction Policies

We wanted to bring attention to recent developments in the care of patients with intussusception. This discussion is being driven by our pediatric...

Reevaluating Surgical Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Pediatric Pyloromyotomy: Insights From the NSQIP-Pediatric Database

Pyloromyotomy is a clean surgical procedure with a low risk of surgical site infections (SSIs). Despite this, surgical antibiotic prophylaxis...

Extrauterine twin–twin transfusion syndrome in conjoined twins: prevalence and clinical implications

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Comparison of diagnostic methods, surgical approaches and outcome for congenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistula: A Systematic Review

Congenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistula (H-TEF) is a rare congenital defect characterized by an abnormal connection between the trachea and...

Pelvic floor physical therapy for functional constipation in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Return of the Disruption Score: Fetal Surgery in the Spotlight (1975–2021)

Fetal surgery is a highly specialized multidisciplinary field which evolved from pediatric surgery and maternal–fetal medicine. The published...

Screening ultrasound for deep vein thrombosis detection in high-risk pediatric trauma

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Letter to the Editor in Response to: 25-OH Vitamin D Deficiency Does Not Significantly Predispose Young Children to Multiple Fractures From Minimal Trauma

I read the article by Dyba et al., 25-OH Vitamin D Deficiency Does Not Significantly Predispose Young Children to Multiple Fractures from Minimal...

Prevalence, Characteristics, and Management of Pancreatic Tumors Among Children With Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

To investigate the prevalence and management of pancreatic tumors in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).

Intraoperative Pyloric Botulinum Toxin Injection for Post Total Pancreatectomy With Islet Autotransplantation Gastroparesis Improvement in Children

Acute Recurrent Pancreatitis (ARP) and Chronic Pancreatitis (CP) may cause abdominal pain, malnutrition, opioid dependency, and impairment in...

Letter to the Editor in Response to: Platelet-rich Plasma in Pediatric Surgery: a Comprehensive Review

We read with great interest the recently published review article titled “Platelet-Rich Plasma in Pediatric Surgery: A Comprehensive Review” by Di...

Safety and Feasibility of Paediatric Day Case Laparoscopic Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery: Significance of Nurse-led Discharge

Day case (DC) surgery is defined as a surgical procedure that allows patients to go home the same day as their operation. Laparoscopic upper...

Beyond the Index: Family Fragility as a Geographic Risk Factor for Pediatric Firearm Injuries

Pediatric firearm injuries are associated with geographic social determinants of health (SDOH), but SDOH metrics may have limited explanatory...

Racial Disparities in Pediatric Ovarian Mass Management

Race, ethnicity, gender and social determinants of health have been found to impact access to pediatric surgical care and outcomes. However, there...

A systematic review of school functioning in pediatric patients with Hirschsprung disease

Systematic review and meta-analysis on macrovascular and microvascular anatomy of preputial skin in hypospadias and its implications

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Telemedicine applications in pediatric emergency surgery and trauma: a systematic review of diagnostic accuracy and clinical effectiveness

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Management and Outcomes of Jejunoileal Atresia Within the United Kingdom

Jejunoileal atresia (JIA) is seen in 0.7 per 10,000 births and requires early surgical intervention to restore gastrointestinal continuity. Many...

A low-cost pediatric gastrostomy securement system for resource-limited settings: a preliminary observational study

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Subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis (SCIRA) in pediatric intestinal pseudo-obstruction (PIPO): a viable option for patients with frequent enterostomy-related complications?

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Comparison of open and minimally invasive nephrectomy for Wilms tumor: a systematic review and meta-analysis from the International Society of Pediatric Surgical Oncology

Does unilateral reflux have a protective effect in posterior urethral valve patients?

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Adolescent and Parent Perceptions of the American College of Surgeons Safe and Effective Pain Control Brochure

The American College of Surgeons Safe and Effective Pain Control After Surgery for Children and Teens brochure highlights the risks of...

Colorectal cancer in children: an evaluation of the existing literature based on the 11-year experience of a single center

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Direct balloon trocar technique for closed decompression of large predominantly cystic ovarian tumors in adolescents

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Continuous clamping facilitates distal fistula dissection in thoracoscopic repair of type C esophageal atresia: a novel surgical technique

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Surgical technique experience and results for concealed penis

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Patients With Anorectal Malformation And Hirschsprung Disease

The management of anorectal malformations (ARM) and Hirschsprung Disease (HD) involves multiple interventions and lifelong follow-up. This study...

Comparative Study on the Outcome of Laparoscopic-assisted 2 Stage and 3 Stage Anorectoplasty

The treatment of anorectal malformations (ARM) with laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty (LAARP) and concurrent colostomy closure remains...

Utility of serum and urine leucine-rich alpha-2 glycoprotein 1 (LRG1) as predictors of appendicitis and complicated appendicitis in children

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Enhanced recovery after urological reconstructive surgery in pediatric patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Comparing the efficacy of video assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) vs intrapleural fibrinolytic therapy in children with pleural empyema

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