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Rat bite injuries in children: description of a novel classification

Abstract Purpose Rats are common intruders into human settlements. Apart from their role as disease vectors, they can also cause bite injuries. We...

A review of adopted colorectal patients: a parent’s perspective

Abstract Purpose After treating many adopted patients with congenital colorectal conditions, our goal was to understand if parents were properly...

Gastroschisis and sutureless abdominal wall closure

Dr. Rod Gerardo and Dr. Todd Ponsky talk to Dr. Jason Fraser about the paradigm shift in gastroschisis management that is still in flux. Plus a...

Long-Term Outcomes of Living-Donor Liver Transplantation for Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1

Objectives: Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis type 1 (PFIC-1), an autosomal recessive disorder, is characterized by cholestasis,...

The incidence of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis nearly halved from 2005 to 2017: analysis of German administrative data

Abstract Purpose Some paediatric surgical diseases showed a declining incidence in recent years, among which hypertrophic pyloric stenosis has...

Diagnostic and management strategies for congenital H-type tracheoesophageal fistula: a systematic review

Abstract Background H type tracheoesophageal fistula (H-TEF) is a rare congenital anomaly. Management may be complicated by late diagnosis and...

Changes in Pediatric Trauma during COVID-19 Stay-at-home Epoch at a Tertiary Pediatric Hospital

AbstractBackgroundTrauma is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. However, during the societal disruptions...

Connecticut Children's Women in Surgery: Episode 1

HOST: Lisa Marella, HR Director of Organizational Effectiveness EPISODE 1: IMPOSTER SYNDROME Dr. Kristan Pierz - Orthopedics...

Review, monitor, educate: A quality improvement initiative for sustained chest radiation reduction in pediatric trauma patients

Background: We hypothesize that in pediatric trauma patients, CT scans after normal chest x-rays do not add information that alters clinical...

Letter to the Editor

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Venous thromboembolism prophylaxis after pediatric trauma

Abstract In recent years, there has been an increased focus on developing and validating venous thromboprophylaxis guidelines in the pediatric...

The 33rd international symposium on pediatric surgical research

Network Analysis of Postoperative Surgical Complications in a Cohort of Children Reported to the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program: Pediatric

Objective: To understand the temporal relationships of postoperative complications in children and determine if they are related to each other in...

Trends and outcomes following intentional injuries in pediatric patients in a resource-limited setting

Abstract Introduction Intentional injuries pose a significant, yet underreported threat to children in sub-Saharan Africa. We sought to evaluate...

The Effects of Early Anesthesia on Neurodevelopment: A Systematic Review

AbstractBackgroundThere is growing concern regarding the impact of general anesthesia on neurodevelopment in children. Pre-clinical animal studies...

Testis-sparing surgery for testicular tumors in children: a 20 year single center experience and systematic review of the literature

Abstract Purpose Although surgical therapy for testicular tumors (TT) is often radical orchidectomy, tumor resection with preservation of healthy...

The SIOP-Renal Tumour Study Group consensus statement on flank target volume delineation for highly conformal radiotherapy

For decades, radiotherapy with two opposing photon beams has been the standard technique used to cover the flank target volume in paediatric...

Minimal Invasive Approach for Lower Pole Uretero-Pelvic Junction Obstruction (UPJO) in Duplication Anomaly: A Multi-Institutional Study

AbstractPurpose: We present a multi-institution experience of laparoscopic and robotic-assisted reconstruction approach of lower-pole UPJO...

Comparison of physical functions and psychosocial conditions between adolescents with pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum and healthy controls

Abstract Purpose The present study aimed to compare the physical and psychosocial conditions of adolescents with pectus excavatum (PE) and pectus...

Meta-analyses in paediatric surgery are often fragile: implications and consequences

Abstract Purpose Meta-analyses occupy the highest level of evidence and thereby guide clinical decision-making. Recently, randomised-controlled...

Pediatric Urology Amidst SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic: Building the Future with Current Knowledge

AbstractIntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has ripped around the globe, stolen family members and forced healthcare systems to operate under an...

The incidence of abdominal surgical site infections after abdominal birth defects surgery in infants: A systematic review with meta-analysis

AbstractBackground: Surgical site infections (SSI) are a frequent and significant problem understudied in infants operated for abdominal birth...

A Quality Improvement Intervention to Reduce Postoperative Opiate Use in Neonates

Background and objectives: Opiate use in neonates can affect clinical outcomes after surgery and may alter future neurodevelopment. We implemented...

Delayed presentation of anorectal malformations in a tertiary care hospital in India

Abstract Aim To study delayed presentation of ARMs, management and its effect on surgical and functional complications. Methods It is a...

Laparoscopic ligation of ectopic ureter in pediatric patients: a safe surgical option for the management of urinary incontinence due to ectopic ureters

Abstract Background Ureteric ectopia is a pediatric urinary incontinence cause in girls. It is traditionally managed through hemi-nephrectomy or...

Case Series of Metal Allergy Following Nuss Procedure Not Only for Stainless Steel Bars

AbstractBackgroundPectus excavatum is often managed with the Nuss procedure. Metal allergies to pectus bars occur in 5% of patients, though...

Assessment of sacral ratio in patients with anorectal malformations - Can magnetic resonance imaging replace conventional radiographs?–Sacral-ratio from MRI

AbstractIntroductionIn patients with anorectal malformations (ARM), the sacral ratio (SR) serves as an established predictive marker for...

Giant omphalocele: delayed closure using the San Martin technique following epithelialization of the membrane

AbstractAimThe management of patients with congenital anterior abdominal wall defects remains challenging, particularly in cases of giant...

Implications of Tumor Characteristics and Treatment Modality on Local Recurrence and Functional Outcomes in Children with Chest Wall Sarcoma: A Pediatric Surgical Oncology Research Collaborative Study

Objective: To determine the impact of tumor characteristics and treatment approach on (1) local recurrence, (2) scoliosis development and (3)...

Does a standardized operative approach in cloacal reconstruction allow for preservation of a patent urethra?

AbstractBackgroundCloacal malformations are recognized as a particularly challenging congenital condition to manage and they present with a wide...

Reply to Letter to the Editor

We greatly appreciate Dr. Jayakumar TK and his colleagues’ interest in reading our work and commenting on it [1]. We hope this reply to concerns...

Does Sarcopenia Affect Outcomes in Pediatric Surgical Patients? A Scoping Review

AbstractObjectiveAdults with sarcopenia have a greater risk of postoperative complications, a higher rate of ICU admission, and an increased...

The Colorectal Quiz Episode 1: ARM - Low Bulbar Fistula

Pediatric colorectal surgeons Dr. Marc Levitt and Dr. Jason Frischer discuss a case of a new born with a low anorectal malformation. Listen as...

Fetal Risk Stratification and Outcomes in Children with Prenatally Diagnosed Lung Malformations: Results from a Multi-Institutional Research Collaborative

Objective: To assess current clinical outcomes in children with prenatally diagnosed congenital lung malformations (CLMs) and to identify prenatal...

“Quick” MRIs without contrast in the setting of pediatric abscess drainage: A comparative analysis of clinical outcomes

AbstractBackground/PurposeTo assess the use of "quick" MRI without contrast in the setting of percutaneous drain management in pediatric...

Is Necrotizing Enterocolitis the Same Disease in Term and Preterm Infants?

AbstractIntroductionNecrotizing enterocolitis predominantly affects preterm (PT) infants. The paucity of data regarding the clinical course in...