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Critical considerations in urogenital sinus management in persistent cloaca repair

Parks bridging bar pectus procedure: Techniques to optimize functional and aesthetic results in 72 cases

The use of bridging bars is new to many pectus surgeons. This study describes our initial experience with bridging bar stabilization, including...

Use of a novel maximum protrusion index to describe severe pectus carinatum

The absence of standardized criteria for grading pectus carinatum (PC) severity hampers clinical decision-making and insurance approvals. Although...

Perspectives of Boys, Families & Surgeons: Preputioplasty vs. Circumcision for Treatment of Lichen Sclerosus

I) to explore experiences of boys and parents/guardians regarding surgical treatment options for lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (LS / BXO); ii) to...

Whole blood resuscitation in pediatric trauma: A national analysis of use and associated outcomes

Hemorrhagic shock and need for blood transfusion are predictors of mortality in pediatric trauma. Limited data exists regarding the utilization of...

Evaluation of timing of repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in premature infants

Premature infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) require complex decision-making, including when to repair. This study aims to...

Displacement of Bilirubin from Albumin by Omegaven and Intralipid

Intralipid, a soybean oil-based fat emulsion, is the only FDA-approved lipid source for neonatal parenteral nutrition, but it increases unbound...

Comparing complications in pediatric trauma patients transported before and after 30 minutes

The “golden hour” principle emphasizes rapid patient transport and intervention to improve adult trauma outcomes, but its relevance to pediatric...

Implementation of remote patient monitoring to reduce gastrostomy tube resource utilization

To reduce unnecessary healthcare utilization, enhance perioperative support, and improve the family experience related to gastrostomy tube...

Two-Stage Fowler-Stephens orchidopexy in Management of Undescended Testes: Is it time for a change? A UK multi-centre retrospective study

To assess outcomes of staged Fowler-Stephens orchidopexy (FSO) in management of intra-abdominal testes (IAT) in six paediatric tertiary centres in the UK.

Reponse to “A case series of iatrogenic gastrointestinal perforations in premature infants below 30 weeks’ gestation”

We read with interest the article “A case series of iatrogenic gastrointestinal perforations in premature infants below 30 weeks’ gestation” by...

Four eyes principle reduces re-operation rate in converting phase from open to laparoscopic pyloromyotomy

Laparoscopic pyloromyotomy is now considered standard procedure in patients with infantile pyloric stenosis with many pediatric surgery...

A Comparative Study of Neural and Connective Tissue Markers in Pediatric and Adult Cases with Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction

The pathogenesis of ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) remains unclear, with both neuronal and connective tissue components implicated in...

The timing of cryptorchidism surgery: analysis of the contradiction between guideline consensus and clinical practice implementation

Thoracoscopic versus conventional thoracotomy for esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula repair: a comprehensive meta-analysis of 25 comparative studies

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Long-term complications in patients with bladder-prostate rhabdomyosarcoma treated with brachytherapy: a systematic review

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A Prospective Evaluation of Non-Operative Treatments for Gastrocutaneous Fistulae Closure in Children

Gastrocutaneous fistulae (GCF) persist after gastrostomy removal in one third of children. Several non-surgical treatment options have been...

Failed Extubation After Primary Repair of Type C Esophageal Atresia: Frequency and Risk Factors

Reintubation after esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) repair is believed to increase the risk of anastomotic injury....

Integrating Sankey Diagrams Into Meta-Analysis Reporting: A Novel Approach to Visualizing Intergroup Relationships, Study Inclusion, Event Rates, and Statistical Outcomes in Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis of Pediatric Surgery

Meta-analyses are among the most valuable methodologies in clinical research, as they integrate data from multiple studies to generate stronger...

Designing Patient-Centered Communication Aids in Pediatric Surgery Using Large Language Models

Large language models (LLMs) have been shown to translate information from highly specific domains into lay-digestible terms. Pediatric surgery...

Sex Differences in Postoperative Outcomes of Hirschsprung Disease: Propensity Score Matching Analysis

Sex differences in Hirschsprung disease (HSCR) incidence have been well documented, yet little is known about whether the effect of sex on...

Preoperative Echocardiography in Pectus Excavatum: High Rate of Incidental Findings, Low but Clinically Important Yield of Significant Anomalies

Routine preoperative echocardiograms (ECHOs) are frequently obtained in patients undergoing minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE),...

Timing of surgery and outcomes in patients with congenital pulmonary airway malformation: a national inpatient database study

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Letter to the editor: Meta-analysis cannot count the same study six times: Why independence of studies is the first principle of evidence synthesis

The foundation of any meta-analysis is that each included study contributes an independent piece of evidence [1–4]. Without this independence, the...

Evaluating AI performance in pediatric surgery: temporal bias and multimodal limitations in large language model assessment

Comparison of Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment Combined With Platelet-Rich Plasma and Excision With Primary Closure in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study on Short-Term Outcomes

Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) is a common condition in adolescents, often resulting in recurrence, prolonged recovery, and significant discomfort....

A roadmap of artificial intelligence applications in pediatric surgery: a comprehensive review of applications, challenges, and ethical considerations

Prenatal Intervention in High-Risk CPAM: Postnatal Outcomes After Fetal versus Standard Surgery: A Propensity Score Matched Study

Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM) is a rare fetal lung anomaly characterized by cystic lesions that can impede lung development....

Impact and Citation Trends of Surveys Endorsed by the EUPSA Network Office in Pediatric Surgery: A Bibliometric Analysis

The European Pediatric Surgeons' Association (EUPSA) Network Office regularly endorses surveys that address controversial topics in pediatric...

Refining Management of Pediatric First Rib Fractures Without Major Trauma

First rib fractures in children are typically associated with high-impact trauma; atraumatic etiologies remain understudied. The purpose of this...

Impact of Initial Healthcare Setting and Family Caregiving Structure on Pediatric Appendicitis Outcomes in Resource-Limited Settings: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study with External Validation

Acute appendicitis is a common pediatric surgical emergency worldwide. Misdiagnosis and perforation remain frequent, particularly among younger...

Lobectomy or total thyroidectomy in pediatric differentiated thyroid cancer? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Thyroid cancer in pediatric patients is distinct from adult-onset thyroid cancer due to differences in disease presentation, management and...

Redefining Pediatric General Surgery: A Generational Paradigm Shift Toward Specialization

Pediatric surgeons often define the field as the “last true bastion” of general surgery. On any given day, we are called upon to care for a wide...

Commentary on “Outcomes of Allogenic Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell Infusion for Liver Cirrhosis Due to Biliary Atresia After Kasai Operation” JPEDSURG-D-25-00654R2

The Vietnamese team led by Prof. Nguyen Thanh Liem contributes important work based on the cutting-edge application of cell-based therapy in...

Evaluating the role of Kasai portoenterostomy in biliary atresia older than 90 days

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William Ladd's Procedure for Malrotation and Volvulus: Convincing the World

For one considered “the father of pediatric surgery,” William Ladd (1880–1967) has few eponymous procedures and terms that bear his name. The Ladd...