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Publication date: Available online 6 August 2019Source: Seminars in Pediatric SurgeryAuthor(s):

Outcomes in omphalocele correlate with size of defect

AbstractBackgroundOmphaloceles can be some of the more challenging cases managed by pediatric surgeons. Single center studies have not been...

The protective effects of fecal microbiota transplantation in an experimental model of necrotizing enterocolitis

AbstractBackgroundNecrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious disease that affects premature neonates, causing high mortality. In the search for...

fm ii -- Forthcoming topics

Publication date: August 2019Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 28, Issue 4Author(s):

fm i -- Contents

Publication date: August 2019Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 28, Issue 4Author(s):

Intussusception in children: lessons learned from intestinal lymphoma as a rare lead-point

Abstract Background Most cases of intussusception in children are idiopathic. Rarely, a malignant disease such as intestinal lymphoma may cause...

Letter to the Editor concerning: “the non-visualized appendix and secondary signs on ultrasound for pediatric appendicitis in the community hospital setting”

Corrigendum to “Involvement of down-regulated E2F3 in Hirschsprung's disease” [J Pediatr Surg 48(4) (2013 Apr) 813–817]

The authors regret

Increased risk of atopic diseases in boys with meatal stenosis: a possible pathophysiological relation

AbstractPurposeTo evaluate the role of atopy (i.e. atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and food allergies) and its consequences on...

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: State-of-the-Art in Translating Experimental Research to the Bedside

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a devastating disease that still carries a high mortality and morbidity rate. Poor outcomes for fetuses...

Liver Organoids Generated from Mice with Necrotizing Enterocolitis Have Reduced Regenerative Capacity

Introduction Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most severe gastrointestinal diseases in infancy. NEC can cause metabolic derangements,...

Impact of prior treatment on long-term outcome of peroral endoscopic myotomy in pediatric achalasia

AbstractBackground and aimPeroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is emerging as an effective treatment for achalasia in children. Long-term outcomes of...

Thoracoscopy vs. thoracotomy for the repair of esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Esophageal atresia (EA) and tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) require emergency surgery in the neonatal period to prevent aspiration and...

Splitting hairs and challenging guidelines: Defining the role of perioperative antibiotics in pediatric appendicitis patients

AbstractBackgroundAmbiguity regarding timing and duration of perioperative IV antibiotics in AA and CA exists. We wanted to determine if an...

Advanced providers in pediatric surgery: Evaluation of role and perceived impact

AbstractIntroductionThe shortage of medical doctors in certain geographies and certain disciplines, resident work hour limitations and the...

Home-based color card screening for biliary atresia: the first steps for implementation of a nationwide newborn screening in Germany

Abstract Introduction Biliary atresia is a rare neonatal disease and the most common indication for pediatric liver transplantation. Kasai...

Clinical Factors Affecting Condition-Specific Quality-of-Life Domains in Pediatric Patients after Repair of Esophageal Atresia: The Swedish-German EA-QOL Study

Introduction We aimed to identify clinical factors affecting condition-specific health related quality of life (HRQOL) domains in children born...

Lactoferrin Reduces Necrotizing Enterocolitis Severity by Upregulating Intestinal Epithelial Proliferation

Introduction Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a devastating intestinal illness in premature infants characterized by severe intestinal...

Ultrasound Monitoring after Pelvis-Sparing Dismembered Pyeloplasty: High Sensitivity and Low Specificity for the Success of Operation

Aim A decrease in the anteroposterior diameter (APD) of the renal pelvis on ultrasound has been postulated to be indicative of sufficient pelvic...

Gravitational Autoreposition for Staged Closure of Omphaloceles

Aim Management strategies for large omphaloceles remain controversial. In this study, we discuss the use of GRAVITAS (gravitational autoreposition...

Association between contrast extravasation on computed tomography scans and pseudoaneurysm formation in pediatric blunt splenic and hepatic injury: A multi-institutional observational study

AbstractPurposeWe aimed to examine the association between contrast extravasation (CE) on initial computed tomography (CT) scan and pseudoaneurysm...

Pediatric intussusception in Uganda: differences in management and outcomes with high-income countries

AbstractPurposeIn high-income countries the presentation and treatment of intussusception is relatively rapid, and most cases are correctable with...

Therapeutic laparoscopy for pediatric abdominal trauma

AbstractBackgroundFor the surgical treatment of traumatic hollow viscus injuries, laparoscopy offers a potentially less morbid approach to open...

Diagnosis and treatment of pancreatoblastoma in children: a retrospective study in a single pediatric center

Abstract Background Pancreatoblastoma is a very rare malignant pancreatic tumor in children. Pancreatoblastoma is the most common pancreatic tumor...

Surgical treatment and major complications within the first year of life in newborns with long-gap esophageal atresia gross type A and B – a systematic review

AbstractBackgroundThe surgical repair of long-gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) is still a challenge and there is no consensus on the preferred method...

JPS Journal Club: June 2019

Drs Todd Ponsky, Alexander Gibbons, Alex Casar, and Rae Hanke come together to discuss three articles from the American Academy of Pediatrics...

Suspected Hirschsprung's-associated enterocolitis (HAEC) Treatment Guideline...

Dr. Meera Kotagal discusses one approach to the management of known or suspected Hirschsprung's-associated enterocolitis. Here is more detail on...

Epidemiology and mortality of pediatric surgical conditions: insights from a tertiary center in Uganda

Abstract Introduction/purpose The burden of pediatric surgical disease is largely unknown in low- and middle-income countries such as Uganda where...

Ability of the PILOT score to predict 6-month functional outcome in pediatric patients with moderate–severe traumatic brain injury

AbstractPurposeTo assess the Pediatric Intensity Level of Therapy (PILOT) score alone and in combination with Emergency Department (ED) GCS and...

Cryptorchidism, gonocyte development, and the risks of germ cell malignancy and infertility: A systematic review

AbstractBackground/AimCryptorchidism, or undescended testis (UDT) occurs in 1%–4% of newborn males and leads to a risk of infertility and...

Intussusception Guideline

Dr. Meera Kotagal joins us again to discuss evaluation and management of patients with suspected intussusception, involving use of air enema,...

Laparoscopic Extravesical Ureteral Reimplantation for Correction of Primary and Secondary Megaureters: Preliminary Report of a New Simplified Technique

AbstractPurposeTo describe a simplified surgical technique for the treatment of primary and secondary obstructed megaureters in children by...

Hospitalizations for pediatric dog bite injuries in the United States

AbstractBackgroundDog bites are a common cause of pediatric trauma requiring hospital admission. We aim to describe pediatric bite victims,...

Journal Club: Review of 2018 Pediatric Surgery Practice Gaps

Drs Todd Ponsky, Alex Casar, Alexander Gibbons and Rae Hanke review the top ten practice gaps from 2018, as identified by APSA's Professional...

Abdominal Wall Elasticity of Children during Pneumoperitoneum

AbstractObjectiveLaparoscopic surgery in children is often hampered by limited working space. This is partially compensated by stretching the...

The Effect of Gastrostomy Placement on Health-Related Quality of Life in Children

AbstractBackground and purposeA gastrostomy placement (GP) aims to improve nutritional status and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in...