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Why do subcutaneous ports get stuck?

"Why do subcutaneous ports get stuck? A case-control study" Crook et al., Journal of Pediatric Surgery Read the...

Recto-Bladderneck Fistula: Laparoscopic-Assisted Anorectoplasty

The technique of a laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty is demonstrated in detail for patients with a recto-bladderneck fistula.

Sphincter Reconstruction for Patients with Soiling after a Pull-Through for Hirschsprung Disease

Sphincter reconstruction technique is described in detail for patients with soiling due to an iatrogenic overstretching of the anal sphincters at...

Clinical and radiologic factors associated with adnexal torsion in premenarchal and menarchal children and adolescents

Background: Adnexal torsion is a gynecologic emergency in children and adolescents but remains a challenging diagnosis, with no consistent...

Malone appendicostomy in a Patient with Prior Abdominal Surgery via a prior abdominal incision

This new technique spares the midline fascia, offers an opportunity to perform a scar revision, and provides abdominal access for the plication...

Fundoplication without esophagocrural sutures: Long-term follow-up of a randomized clinical trial

Introduction: We previously conducted a randomized trial that showed a lack of need for esophagocrural (EC) sutures during fundoplication when no...

Construction of a combined random forest and artificial neural network diagnosis model to screening potential biomarker for hepatoblastoma

Abstract Purpose The purpose of our study is to identify potential biomarkers of hepatoblastoma (HB) and further explore the pathogenesis of it....

Primary exploring the value of metagenomic next‐generation sequencing in detecting pathogenic bacteria of cholangitis with biliary atresia after Kasai operation

Abstract Purpose To evaluate the value of metagenomic next‐generation sequencing (mNGS) in detecting pathogenic bacteria of cholangitis for...

Posterior Rectal Advancement Anoplasty

The posterior rectal advancement anoplasty technique is described in detail for both females and males with perineal fistulae within the...

The Perineal Body Preserving PSARP (PPP)

This new technique preserves the benefits of the traditional PSARP for a rectovestibular fistula repair and eliminates the risk of a perineal body...

Diagnosis and treatment of benign adipocytic tumors in children

Abstract Purpose To describe demographic, clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of pediatric patients with benign adipocytic tumors...

The Influence of the Introduction of Biologic Agents on Surgical Intervention in Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Objectives: To determine how the use of biological therapy is associated with surgical intervention for paediatric inflammatory bowel disease...

Update Course Rewind: ED Utilization 2022

The 10th Annual Pediatric Surgery Update Course was held on August 30, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio and was livestreamed to a global audience. The full...

Revisión de la bibliografía sobre Atresia de Esofago

Ya es de publico conocimiento que dia a dia se publican miles de articulos sobre distintas patologías y que es muy dificil seguirlo.  En este ...

Skipping the cord during laparoscopic percutaneous internal ring suturing in children, is it reasonable?

Abstract Background As a minimally invasive procedure, laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair in children was introduced. Percutaneous internal ring...

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Relationship between the expression levels of CD4+ T cells, IL-6, IL-8 and IL-33 in the liver of biliary atresia and postoperative cholangitis, operative age and early jaundice clearance

Abstract Objective To investigate the expression levels of CD4+ T cells, IL-6, IL-8 and IL-33 in liver tissue of BA, and the relationship with...

STORZ instruments (Pyloromyotomy)

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Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: July 2022, PAPS Issue

Here's the July 2022 issue of JPS article highlights. This time we're talking to Dr. Mary Brindle and authors Drs. Erik Skarsgard, Dunya Moghul...

To Err is human, but what happens when surgeons Err?

Background: Physicians involved in adverse events may suffer from second victim syndrome and can experience emotional and physical distress long...

Comparing open and thoracoscopy approach for the treatment of pulmonary sequestration in children

Abstract Background In this article, we are going to report our experience on thoracoscopy approach for pulmonary sequestration in children and...

Is IPA-CHG safe for neonatal surgery?

Another Article you should know by Cecilia Gigena  "Optimizing skin antisepsis for neonatal Surgery: A quality improvement initiave" Sophie Carr...

Comparison of continuous and interrupted suture techniques in pyeloplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Pelvi-ureteric anastomosis is a critical step to ensure good outcome of pyeloplasty. Continuous suturing technique, especially for laparoscopic...

Fetal endoscopic tracheal occlusion for moderate and severe congenital diaphragmatic hernia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Background: Fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) is considered to increase survival among fetuses with congenital diaphragmatic hernia...

Age disparities in intestinal stem cell quantities: a possible explanation for preterm infant susceptibility to necrotizing enterocolitis

Abstract Purpose Preterm infants are more susceptible to necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) than term Queryinfants. This may be due to a relative...

Intestinal Rehabilitation, Episode 4: Surgical Management, Part 1

We're back with a new topic, discussing surgical management with Drs. Michael Helmrath and Paul Wales from Intestinal Rehabilitation Center at...

Intestinal Rehabilitation, Episode 4: Surgical Management, Part 1

We're back with a new topic, discussing surgical management with Drs. Michael Helmrath and Paul Wales from Intestinal Rehabilitation Center at...

Patologías Umbilicales en resumen

¿Te pasa que tienes que repasar algo sobre una patología pero necesitas que sea rapido?   En esta serie de podcast en resumen te traemos la...

APSA Article of Interest: Life-threatening bleeding in children

APSA Article of Interest! "Life-Threatening Bleeding in Children: A Prospective Observational Study" Leonard et al, Critical Care Medicine Full...

The Cross-bar Technique for Pectus Excavatum Repair: A Key Element for Remodeling of the Entire Chest Wall

Introduction: The multiple bar approach was developed to cover broader and heavier teenager/adult chest wall deformities. We designed the...

Parent-Reported Health-Related Quality of Life of Pediatric Burn Patients 5 to 7 Years after Burn Injuries: A Multicenter Study

Background: Pediatric burns significantly impact the short-term health-related quality of life (HRQL) of children. Knowledge regarding the...

Venous malformations: what do phleboliths tell us in the pediatric population?

Abstract Purpose Phleboliths are often observed within Venous malformations (VM) and frequently indicated as cause of morbidity. The aim of this...

The cause of dysphagia in patients with esophageal atresia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Purpose Dysphagia is the most common symptom in patients with esophageal atresia (EA) of all ages. There is no study addressing the...

Preoperative spinal angiography decreases risk of spinal ischemia in pediatric posterior thoracic tumor resection

Abstract Purpose Resection of pediatric posterior thoracic tumors (PTTs) can be complicated by Artery of Adamkiewicz (AKA) injury. Post-op spinal...

Scoping review of recent evidence on the management of pediatric urolithiasis: summary of meta-analyses, systematic reviews and relevant randomized controlled trials

Abstract This scoping review aimed to evaluate and summarize the recent 10 year pediatric urolithiasis literature with a particular focus on...