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Neutropenia at the time of subcutaneous port insertion may not be a risk factor for early infectious complications in pediatric oncology patients

AbstractBackgroundThe risk of infection associated with subcutaneous port (SQP) placement in patients with neutropenia remains unclear. We...

📅 Oct 28, 2018 articles
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Procedural burden experienced by children with cancer during their terminal hospital admission

AbstractBackgroundChildren with chronic conditions, including cancer, have been shown to have high-intensity end-of-life care. We assessed the...

📅 Oct 28, 2018 articles
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Multidisciplinary management of congenital giant head and neck masses: Our experience and review of the literature

AbstractBackgroundLarge fetal head and neck (HN) masses can be life-threatening at birth and postnatally owing to airway obstruction. The two most...

1 listens 📅 Oct 27, 2018 articles
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Surgical risk factors of retroperitoneal teratoma resection in children

AbstractBackgroundRetroperitoneal teratoma is uncommon and carries considerable surgical risks. Some preoperative clinical and radiographic...

1 listens 📅 Oct 27, 2018 articles
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Pit-picking resolves pilonidal disease in adolescents

AbstractPurposeThe purpose of the study was to evaluate the outcome of pit-picking on adolescents with pilonidal disease.MethodsPatients...

📅 Oct 27, 2018 articles
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Fertility in males after childhood, adolescent, and adult inguinal operations

AbstractBackground/purposeInguinal hernia repair and orchidopexy are among the most common operations in boys. The impact on future fertility has...

📅 Oct 27, 2018 articles
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Gallbladder varices in a pediatric patient after roux-en-Y gastric bypass

AbstractThis is a case with associated radiologic images for a pediatric patient who developed portomesenteric and splenic vein thrombosis (PMSVT)...

📅 Oct 27, 2018 articles
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Ileal-pouch anal anastomosis in pediatric NSQIP: Does a laparoscopic approach reduce complications and length of stay?

AbstractPurposeThe purpose of this study was to determine if a laparoscopic approach reduces complications and length of stay (LOS) after total...

📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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Twenty years of pediatric gunshot wounds in our community: Have we made a difference?

AbstractBackground/PurposePediatric gunshot wounds (GSWs) carry significant incidence, mortality, and cost. We evaluated 20 years of GSW...

📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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High density placental mesenchymal stromal cells provide neuronal preservation and improve motor function following in utero treatment of ovine myelomeningocele

AbstractPurposeThe purpose of this study was to determine whether seeding density of placental mesenchymal stromal cells (PMSCs) on extracellular...

📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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Closing gastroschisis: The good, the bad, and the not-so ugly

AbstractPurposeThe diagnosis of "closing" or "closed gastroschisis" is made when bowel is incarcerated within a closed or nearly closed ring of...

📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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Model to estimate abdominal wall thickness in children undergoing placement or replacement of gastrostomy devices

AbstractObjectivesAbdominal wall thickness (AWT) is a key measurement when placing or replacing low profile gastrostomy devices. This measurement...

1 listens 📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia repair in patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: How early can we repair?

AbstractBackgroundThe benefits to early repair (

📅 Oct 26, 2018 articles
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Retained Central Venous Catheters

Retained Central Venous Catheters

Video literature review regarding management of retained central venous catheter fragments in pediatric patients. Complication Rates Jones SA,...

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Retained Central Venous Catheters

Retained Central Venous Catheters

Video literature review regarding management of retained central venous catheter fragments in pediatric patients. Complication Rates Jones SA,...

📅 Oct 25, 2018 videos
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Early vs late resection of asymptomatic congenital lung malformations

AbstractPurposeTo examine postsurgical outcomes of a consecutive series of children treated with elective operations for congenital lung...

📅 Oct 25, 2018 articles
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Challenges in Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair: Update Course 2016

Challenges in Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair: Update Course 2016

Dr. Mark Wulkan discusses recurrent and complicated congenital diaphragmatic hernia repairs. Dr. Wulkan's presentation includes insight of...

1 listens 📅 Oct 24, 2018 videos
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Venous thromboembolism following inpatient pediatric surgery: Analysis of 153,220 patients

AbstractPurposeTo evaluate venous thromboembolism (VTE) rates and risk factors following inpatient pediatric surgery.Methods153,220 inpatient...

📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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Intestinal lengthening via multiple in-continuity springs

AbstractBackgroundShort bowel syndrome is a debilitating condition with few effective treatments. Spring-mediated distraction enterogenesis can be...

📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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Lymph node ratio predicts recurrence in pediatric papillary thyroid cancer

AbstractBackgroundRegional lymph node (LN) metastasis at the time of presentation plays a significant role in predicting recurrence in patients...

📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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A comparison of Malone appendicostomy and cecostomy for antegrade access as adjuncts to a bowel management program for patients with functional constipation or fecal incontinence

AbstractBackgroundAppendicostomy and cecostomy are two approaches for antegrade enema access for children with severe constipation or fecal...

2 listens 📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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Assessment of the Heineke–Mikulicz anoplasty for skin level postoperative anal strictures and congenital anal stenosis

AbstractIntroductionAcquired skin-level strictures following posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) and some rare cases of congenital anal...

📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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Nebulized analgesia during laparoscopic appendectomy (NALA): A randomized triple-blind placebo controlled trial

AbstractPurposePostoperative pain remains a considerable concern for patients and families. We assessed whether nebulized ropivacaine reduces...

1 listens 📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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APSA and the quest for significance: Addressing health disparities at home and abroad

AbstractThis Presidential Address was given at the 49th Meeting of the American Pediatric Surgical Association, May 03–06, 2018, at JW Marriott...

📅 Oct 24, 2018 articles
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Appendicitis Management & APPY Trial: Update Course 2016

Appendicitis Management & APPY Trial: Update Course 2016

Dr. Shawn St. Peter gives an update on appendicitis management techniques. His presentation includes topics of appendectomy vs. antibiotics for...

1 listens 📅 Oct 23, 2018 videos
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Ultra-Short Segment Hirschsprung Disease: Difficult Cases

Ultra-Short Segment Hirschsprung Disease: Difficult Cases

Dr. Kristine Thayer gives a clinical presentation of an ultra-short segment of Hirschsprung disease. Her informative demonstration includes the...

2 listens 📅 Oct 23, 2018 videos
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A comparison of clinically relevant sources of mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes: Bone marrow and amniotic fluid

AbstractBackground/PurposeExosomes may constitute a more practical alternative to live cells in select stem cell-based therapies. We sought to...

1 listens 📅 Oct 23, 2018 articles
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Benefits of a family-centered approach to pediatric induction of anesthesia

AbstractBackground/PurposeWe initiated a pediatric surgical program including a caregiver for the induction of anesthesia. We measured...

📅 Oct 23, 2018 articles
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A population-based analysis of pediatric breast cancer

AbstractPurposeThe purpose of this study was to evaluate trends in demographics and outcomes of pediatric breast cancer in a United States...

📅 Oct 21, 2018 articles
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Telemedicine for pediatric surgical outpatient follow-up: A prospective, randomized single-center trial

AbstractBackground and purposeTelemedicine is gaining popularity for a variety of indications. We performed a randomized controlled trial...

📅 Oct 19, 2018 articles
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Impact of disease-specific volume and hospital transfer on outcomes in gastroschisis

AbstractBackgroundGastroschisis, a surgical condition requiring complex interdisciplinary care, may benefit from treatment at higher volume...

📅 Oct 19, 2018 articles
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Surgical treatment of congenital hyperinsulinism: Results from 500 pancreatectomies in neonates and children

AbstractBackgroundCongenital Hyperinsulinism (HI) causes severe hypoglycemia in neonates and children. We reviewed our experience with...

📅 Oct 19, 2018 articles
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Retroperitoneal exploration with Vicryl mesh and fibrin tissue sealant for refractory chylous ascites

AbstractBackgroundCongenital chylous ascites poses a significant challenge in neonatal care, and often results in prolonged, complex hospital...

📅 Oct 17, 2018 articles
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Value of urinary carbohydrate antigen 19–9 to predict failure of conservative management in children with ureteropelvic junction obstruction

AbstractObjectiveTo assess the role of urinary carbohydrate antigen 19–9 (CA19–9) measurement in determining optimal management of ureteropelvic...

📅 Oct 17, 2018 articles
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Neoadjuvant transcatheter arterial chemoembolization and systemic chemotherapy for treatment of clear cell sarcoma of the kidney in children

AbstractBackgroundClear cell sarcoma of the kidney (CCSK) is a rare and aggressive malignant renal tumor. We describe our experience with...

1 listens 📅 Oct 13, 2018 articles
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The National Pediatric Surgery Simulation Program in France: A tool to develop resident training in pediatric surgery

AbstractBackground/PurposeTo implement resident curriculum in France based on theoretical teaching and bed side training, the national council...

1 listens 📅 Oct 12, 2018 articles
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