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Multi-Institutional Analysis of Choledocholithiasis in Pediatric vs Adult Patients

In adults, upfront intraoperative cholangiogram with laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) is well accepted for management of...

📅 Aug 13, 2024 articles
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Mitochondrial viability in neurogenic bladder urothelium after sigmoidocolocystoplasty. Implications for persistent vesicoureteral reflux

Abstract Purpose We investigated whether inflammatory cell infiltration (ICI), fibrosis, and mitochondrial viability of the neurogenic bladder...

📅 Aug 13, 2024 articles
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Letter to the Editor in Response to: The Intraperitoneal Use of Cephazolin: A Novelty in the Prevention of Intra-abdominal Abscess After Laparoscopic Appendectomy in Children”

We have read with interest the study of Simone Frediani et al., titled “The Intraperitoneal Use of Cephazolin: A Novelty in the Prevention of...

📅 Aug 13, 2024 articles
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Intradyadic Correlation Between Parent-reported and Child-reported Quality of Life in Patients With Anorectal Malformation and Hirschsprung's Disease in Comparison to Healthy Controls

Quality of life (QOL) is an important clinical endpoint in paediatric chronic conditions. How parent-proxy reports differ from child self-reported...

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NRP1 knockdown inhibits the invasion and migration of rhabdoid tumor of the kidney cells

Abstract Purpose The aim of this study was to detect candidate oncogenes of rhabdoid tumor of the kidney (RTK) and evaluate their roles in RTK in...

📅 Aug 12, 2024 articles
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Non-Operative Management of Uncomplicated Appendicitis in Children: Can Patients Be Discharged From the Emergency Department?

Non-operative management of uncomplicated appendicitis in children is a safe alternative to laparoscopic appendectomy. The purpose of this study...

📅 Aug 12, 2024 articles
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Response to the Letter to the Editor Regarding ‘Let Kids Play: Using Virtual Reality as a Substitute for General Anesthesia for Minor Procedures in Pediatric Population’

We appreciate the opportunity to address the issues raised in Dr. Lian's letter and to clarify our methodology. We also thank Dr. Lian and...

📅 Aug 09, 2024 articles
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Evaluation and Management of Biliary Dyskinesia in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review From the APSA Outcomes and Evidence-Based Committee

The diagnosis and management of biliary dyskinesia in children and adolescents remains variable and controversial. The American Pediatric Surgical...

📅 Aug 09, 2024 articles
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Evaluation and Management of Total Colonic Hirschsprung Disease: A Comprehensive Review From the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA) Hirschsprung Disease Interest Group

Children with total colonic Hirschsprung disease (TCHD) are a unique group of patients with pre- and postoperative management challenges. This...

📅 Aug 10, 2024 articles
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Association of Previous Cardiac Surgery With Postoperative Pneumonia in Infants Undergoing Abdominal Operations: A Cohort Study

Children with congenital heart disease (CHD) often require other, non-cardiac related surgical procedures following their initial cardiac surgery....

📅 Aug 09, 2024 articles
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Analysis of Techniques in Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repairs across Pediatric Age Groups: EUPSA Trainees of European Pediatric Surgery Survey

Aim This survey analyzed techniques in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (LIHR) across pediatric age groups. Materials and Methods Data were...

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Operative Timing for Elective Thoracoscopic Lobectomy for CPAM and Sequestration: A NSQIP-Pediatric Analysis 2017–2021

There is limited literature on optimal timing for elective thoracoscopic lobectomy for congenital pulmonary airway malformations (CPAM) and...

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Assessment of the utility of two-dimensional shear wave elastography and superb microvascular imaging in postoperative patients with biliary atresia

Abstract Purpose We aimed to investigate whether prediction of liver fibrosis using two-dimensional shear wave elastography (2D-SWE) and vascular...

📅 Aug 08, 2024 articles
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Effect of peritoneal drainage on the prognosis following appendectomy in pediatric patients with appendicitis: a retrospective study based on appendicitis grade

Abstract Background This study aimed to assess the impact of peritoneal drainage and its type on prognosis, encompassing postoperative recovery...

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Factors predicting the need for liver transplantation in biliary atresia patients after 18 years of age

Abstract Purpose We aimed to identify factors predicting the need for future liver transplantation (LT) at 18 years of age in patients with...

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Current Practice of Laparoscopic Surgery for Choledochal Cyst in Children -A Survey on Opinion and Experience Among IPEG Members

Laparoscopic resection of choledochal cyst (CC) has become a popular approach. As the discussion about optimal treatment and technical strategies...

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Simultaneous Bilateral Thoracoscopy During the Nuss Procedure is Safe, Effective, and Allows for Optimal Visualization of the Bar Passer Throughout the Substernal Dissection

Cardiac injury during the Nuss procedure is a rare risk that can lead to a catastrophic outcome. The specific aim of this pilot study was to...

📅 Aug 09, 2024 articles
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Management Strategies and Outcomes of Distal Congenital Esophageal Strictures in the Setting of Long-gap Esophageal Atresia

The management of neonates with long-gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) combined with distal congenital esophageal strictures (CES) is challenging. We...

📅 Aug 08, 2024 articles
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Pediatric Outcomes After Robotic Median Arcuate Ligament Release, Celiac Ganglionectomy, and Lymphadenectomy

Median arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS) is a neurovascular disorder characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms due to celiac artery and ganglion...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Proposing the Retrosternal Angle as a Diagnostic Measure for Banana Sternum in Pectus Excavatum

Anteriorly convex sternum in pectus excavatum, also known as banana sternum (BS), influences decision-making during repair and, especially, the...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Reducing MRCP Utilization Through a “Surgery First” Approach for Pediatric Choledocholithiasis: A CARES Working Group Retrospective Study

Choledocholithiasis in children is rising and frequently managed with an endoscopy-first (EF) approach that utilizes endoscopic retrograde...

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Same-Day Discharge for Elective Pediatric Laparoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Insertion is Safe and Increasing in Frequency; A NSQIP Pediatric Retrospective Review 2017 to 2021

There is limited literature reviewing same-day discharge for elective pediatric gastrostomy tube placement. Our aim was to assess the outcomes and...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Reply to Letter to the Editor Regarding: Pediatric Firearm Trauma on the Rise

We are grateful for this interest in our work by Daungsupawong and Wiwanitkit and wholeheartedly agree with the commentary. A better understanding...

📅 Aug 05, 2024 articles
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Patient Safety and Radiation Exposure in Transcystic Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration: A CARES Working Group Multicenter Study

Treatment of choledocholithiasis with laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and intraoperative cholangiogram (IOC) ± transcystic laparoscopic common...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Evaluating perioperative stresses in children by noninvasive modalities using salivary cortisol and autonomic reactivity

Abstract Purpose Salivary cortisol (SalC) and low to high pulse ratio (LHR) were used for evaluating perioperative stresses in children. Methods...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Does Ultrasound Reliably Identify Perforated Appendicitis in Young Children?

Although acute appendicitis (AA) ranks among the most common surgical emergencies, its diagnosis remains a challenge in children [1,2]. Dealing...

📅 Aug 05, 2024 articles
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Animal and organoid models to elucidate the anti-fibrotic effect of steroid on biliary atresia

Abstract Purpose We performed animal and organoid study to evaluate the anti-fibrotic effect of steroid on biliary atresia (BA) and the underlying...

📅 Aug 05, 2024 articles
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Morphological changes in the biliary mucosa in pediatric patients with congenital biliary dilatation are more influenced by the duration of amylase exposure than by amylase levels in the gallbladder

Abstract Purpose We investigated the relationship between bile amylase (AMY) levels and biliary epithelial changes in pancreaticobiliary...

📅 Aug 05, 2024 articles
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Prediction Model for Outpatient Opioid Use Following the Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum

To minimize unused outpatient opioids while providing adequate pain control, we sought to create a model to predict outpatient opioid use...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Laparoscopic Versus Open Ladd Procedure for Midgut Malrotation

Intestinal malrotation is an uncommon developmental anomaly that can lead to duodenal obstruction and midgut volvulus. The standard correctional...

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The Impact of Pediatric Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair in a Community Based Children's Ambulatory Surgery Center – It's Safe and Effective

Pediatric surgery in a free-standing children's ambulatory surgery center (C-ASC) is a common practice. The implementation of minimally invasive...

📅 Aug 06, 2024 articles
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Short- and Long-Term Outcomes of Thoracoscopic and Open Repair for Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula

The aim was to evaluate short- and long-term outcomes for thoracoscopic repair of EA/TEF and compare with open repair.

📅 Aug 05, 2024 articles
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Better standardized care for total colonic Hirschsprung disease

Dr. Marc Levitt and colleagues are authoring guidelines for diagnosis and management of children with total colonic Hirschsprung disease to help...

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Postoperative Hydration in Children Using Intermittent Boluses of Balanced Salt Solution: Results of a Randomized Control Trial

Postoperative maintenance fluids are traditionally provided via hypotonic dextrose containing fluids administered intravenously by continuous...

📅 Aug 01, 2024 articles
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Scar Perception in School-aged Children After Major Surgery in Infancy

The long-term effects of childhood surgery scars on health status, quality of life (QoL), self-esteem, and body image remain uncertain. This study...

📅 Aug 01, 2024 articles
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Cellular origins and translational approaches to congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Publication date: August 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 4Author(s): Marietta Jank, Fabian Doktor, Augusto Zani,...

📅 Jul 12, 2024 articles
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