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Lymphatic failure and lymphatic interventions: Knowledge gaps and future directions for a new frontier in congenital heart disease

Publication date: June 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 3Author(s): Benjamin Smood, Christopher Smith, Yoav Dori,...

Preface

Publication date: June 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 3Author(s): Pablo Laje

Critical care management of patients with lymphatic conduction disorders

Publication date: June 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 3Author(s): Aaron DeWitt, Erin Pinto, Lauren Biroc, Meghan...

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Publication date: June 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 3Author(s):

Surgical management of thoracic duct anomalies

Publication date: June 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 3Author(s): Pablo Laje, Yoav Dori, Christopher Smith, Katsuhide Maeda

Evaluation of surgical strategies and long-term outcomes in pediatric hepatocellular carcinoma

Abstract Purpose Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the second most common pediatric malignant liver tumor after hepatoblastoma, represents 1% of all...

IFTT in children and adolescents—single-center experience and systematic review of literature

Abstract Purpose Isolated fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is defined by rotation of the fallopian tube around itself without involving the...

Clinical features and treatment of heterotopic pancreas in children: a multi-center retrospective study

Abstract Objective Heterotopic pancreas, an uncommon condition in children, can present with diagnostic and treatment challenges. This study aimed...

Commentary on “Receptor-interacting protein kinase-3 (RIPK3): a new biomarker for necrotising enterocolitis in preterm infants”

Exploring the frontier in robotic pediatric cancer surgery: when to move forward and when to stop

Abstract Purpose In recent years, the use of robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery in pediatric oncology has increased. Despite its...

Orchidopexy for undescended testis—rate and predictors of re-ascent

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to investigate the rate of re-ascent requiring re-operation after primary orchidopexy and to investigate...

Genito-urinary Reconstruction in Female Children With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Favorable Surgical Outcomes can be Achieved by Contemporary Techniques and a Dedicated Multidisciplinary Management

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is the most common cause of genital atypia in females. A dedicated multidisciplinary team (MDT) should be...

A Survey of Current Approaches to Inguinal Hernia Repair by Pediatric General Surgeons in the United States

Inguinal hernia repair (IHR) is a common pediatric operation performed via open or laparoscopic approaches. The objective of this survey study was...

Neighborhood-level Disparities in Achievement of Social Continence Among School-aged Children With Anorectal Malformations: A Single-center Retrospective Study

Fecal incontinence is a common problem for children with repaired anorectal malformations (ARM) and has significant implications for initiating...

Long-term (> 10 years) bowel function of anorectal malformations: a retrospective single-center study

Abstract Purpose To describe the long-term bowel function of anorectal malformation (ARM) patients and explore the potential influence factors....

Factors Associated with Non-Completion of a Pediatric Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program

Childhood obesity is a devastating disease process disproportionately affecting minority and low-income populations. Though bariatric surgery...

Operative Management of Intra-abdominal Lymphatic Malformations in Children: A Single Tertiary Center Experience

Intra-abdominal lymphatic malformations (LMs) are relatively rare congenital anomalies and can be divided into intra- and retroperitoneal...

Anatomic parameters of omphaloceles and their association with anatomic, genetic, or syndromic malformations: a retrospective study

Abstract Purpose This retrospective study aims to describe anatomical parameters of omphaloceles and to analyze their association with anatomical,...

A review of twenty-first century developments in paediatric surgery in Africa

Abstract This review explores the significant advancements in paediatric surgery in Africa during the twenty-first century, with a particular...

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: December 2023

We’re featuring Journal of Pediatric Surgery articles to bring you some of the latest news! This week we are discussing 4 articles from December...

Meatal Surgery at the Time of Circumcision for Lichen Sclerosus (LS/BXO) Does Not Reduce the Need for Later Meatal Intervention: A Retrospective Cohort Study

We describe meatal outcomes for boys undergoing circumcision to treat Lichen Sclerosus (LS/BXO) with a focus on those who underwent...

Thoracoscopic external traction suture elongation for the management of long-gap oesophageal atresia: a two-centre experience

Abstract Aim Van der Zee (VdZ) described a technique to elongate the oesophagus in long-gap oesophageal atresia (LGOA) by thoracoscopic placement...

The role of the early video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in children with pleural empyema

Abstract Purpose Pleural empyema (PE) is a collection of purulent material in the pleural space. PE’s management in children is a challenge and an...

Impact of Portal Flow on the Prognosis of Children With Congenital Portosystemic Shunt: A Multicentric Observation Study in Japan

Although congenital portosystemic shunts (CPSSs) are increasingly being recognized, the optimal treatment strategies and natural prognosis remain...

National Centralization of Hirschsprung's Disease in Sweden:A Comparison of Preoperative Management and Outcomes

Surgical treatment of Hirschsprung's disease (HSCR) in Sweden was centralized to two tertiary pediatric surgery centers 1st of July 2018. Although...

Utility of ultrasound-based scoring system in post-pyeloplasty recovery

Abstract Background/Objective Differentiation of uretero-pelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) from non-obstructive dilatation (NOD) is a major...

Muscle-sparing Vertical Thoracotomy in Children and Adolescents

Traditional posterolateral thoracotomy (PLT) is a painful and potentially morbid operation associated with an extensive recovery and a long,...

Genital Malformations in Children With VACTERL – Has Time Come to Include “G” in the Acronym?

Genital malformations are frequently diagnosed in patients with VACTERL, but are currently not included in the acronym. This study aimed to...

Preoperative topical estrogen application in the management of hypospadias: a systematic review

Abstract Local estrogen therapy has been explored as an alternative to conventional testosterone therapy in children requiring urethroplasty for...

The Top Ranked 101 Articles in Pediatric Surgical Journals from an Altmetric Perspective

Introduction In the era of scientific digitalization, online media platforms gain increasing popularity to accomplish research output awareness....

Correction to: Bladder height to width ratio as a surrogate marker for non‑physiological storage pressures in children with spinal dysraphism

Long-term urodynamic findings following colo-, gastro- and ileocystoplasty

Abstract Purpose To evaluate the urodynamic changes in patients who have undergone colocystoplasty (CCP), gastrocystoplasty (GCP) and...

A nomogram for predicting choledochal cyst with perforation

Abstract Background Choledochal cyst with perforation (CC with perforation) rarely occurs, early diagnosis and timely treatment plan are crucial...

Treatment of Hirschsprung's Disease in Germany: Analysis of National Hospital Discharge Data From 2016 to 2022

Hirschsprung's disease (HD) is a rare and complex malformation. The corrective operation is challenging and schedulable. The complete care...

Early Lessons From Implementation of Holistic Review for Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Applicants

Holistic review (HR) considers applicants’ unique identities and experiences rather than focusing on academic metrics. Though several residency...