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Outcomes after appendicostomy and neo-appendicostomy in a single institution

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A Radiologist's Response to “Ethical Concerns Regarding Time-restricted Intussusception Reduction Policies”

Mann et al. discuss “standards of care” as if they were static, constant, and evidence-based. Often, however standards of care are not...

Integrating psychological support in the care of children and adolescents with anorectal malformation or Hirschsprung disease: a ten-year experience

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Comparing the profile of patients with anorectal malformations and delayed presentation of anorectal malformations in the Johannesburg paediatric colorectal clinic: a retrospective study

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REVISITING INHALED NITRIC OXIDE UTILIZATION IN CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA: A NATIONAL COHORT STUDY OF MAJOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS IN THE UNITED STATES

For over a decade, there has been evidence suggesting a lack of efficacy of inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension...

A comparative study of childhood versus adult-onset biliary complications following pediatric choledochal cyst surgery

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12 years of experience in intrauterine testicular torsion management

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Enucleation Versus Conventional Pancreatic Resection in Pediatric Solid Pseudopapillary Neoplasm: A Retrospective Analysis of Short- and Long-Term Outcomes

Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas is a rare low-grade malignant tumor. Conventional pancreatic resection (CP) can severely...

Postoperative reintubation as risk factor for anastomotic stricture after congenital esophageal atresia

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Robotic surgery in anorectal malformations: Where are we? A systematic review

Colonoscopic reduction of pediatric ileocecal intussusception: a cross-sectional study comparing surgical and non-surgical reduction methods

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What Every Pediatric Surgeon Should Know About Common Systemic Therapies for the Treatment of Renal Tumors in Children and Adolescents

Renal tumors are among the most common solid pediatric malignancies. The mainstay of treatment is surgical intervention, with chemotherapy and...

Mental health, psychosocial functioning and quality of life in adolescents with anorectal malformation

There is limited knowledge on mental health in adolescents with anorectal malformation (ARM). This study aimed to assess mental health,...

Analysis of risk factors affecting psycho-behavioural development in children with short bowel syndrome

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Internal vs. external jugular vein access for pediatric totally implantable venous ports: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Twenty years of experience with Y-V anoplasty for the treatment of minimal rectoperineal fistulas

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More harm than good? Parental perspectives on dilatations in anorectal malformations

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Bowel management outcomes in anorectal malformations: a comparative study between two referral centers in a high- and a low/middle-income country

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Update Course Rewind: Part 1 Non-Pectus Uses of Cryoanalgesia 2024

In this engaging session from the 12th Annual Update Course in Pediatric Surgery, Dr. Timothy Lautz explores the expanding role of cryoanalgesia...

Comment on: Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Findings in Pediatric Patients with Choledocholithiasis Justify a Surgery-First Approach: A Multi-Center Study

We read with great interest the article by Alison et al., about “Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Findings in Pediatric...

Unusual causes of perineal trauma in paediatric patients: lessons learned from a high-volume colorectal clinic in a low-and-middle-income country

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A prospective randomized clinical trial to evaluate wound healing, cosmetic and functional results as well as postoperative adverse events comparing two types of dressing technique after hypospadias repair

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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW ON QUESTIONNAIRES REPORTING BOWEL FUNCTION AND HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH HIRSCHSPRUNG DISEASE

Impaired bowel function and reduced health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) are common after surgery for Hirschsprung disease (HD). There is yet...

Sacrococcygeal Teratomas in Currarino Syndrome: A Multicenter Review of Tumor Characteristics, Surgical Outcomes, and Recurrence

Currarino syndrome is a rare congenital condition characterized by a triad of anorectal malformation, sacral agenesis, and presacral mass, often a...

Abdominal tuberculosis in children: a systematic review on current advances

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Recent advances in pediatric colorectal cancer: a systematic review

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Update Course Rewind: Intraoperative Cholangiogram 2024

In this insightful session from the 12th Annual Update Course in Pediatric Surgery, Drs. David Vitale, Luke Neff, and Jeff Ponsky break down the...

BEDSIDE VS CONVENTIONAL OPERATING ROOM SURGERY IN CRITICALLY ILL NEWBORNS: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS

Surgical procedures in critically ill neonates are typically performed in the operating room, though transferring unstable patients from the NICU...

Evaluating the quality and reliability of youtube videos on Hirschsprung's disease: a comprehensive analysis for patients, parents and health professionals

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BEDSIDE ULTRASOUND-GUIDED INNOMINATE VEIN CANNULATION FOR CENTRAL LINE PLACEMENT IN NEWBORNS

Despite not being the first choice, central venous access is often the most suitable option for critically ill infants in the Neonatal Intensive...

AN INNOVATIVE MACHINE LEARNING-BASED ALGORITHM FOR DIAGNOSING PEDIATRIC OVARIAN TORSION

We aimed to develop a machine-learning(ML) algorithm consisting of physical examination, sonographic findings, and laboratory markers.

The need for screening recommendations after intestinal vaginal replacement: a systematic review of the literature

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Rectal prolapse in adult patients with anorectal malformations: considerations for adult colorectal surgeons

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Fetiform teratoma: a systematic review with insights into concepts and controversies in differentiating it from fetus-in-fetu

Intratesticular and peritesticular methylene blue injection in visualizing lymphatic vessels and its impact on testicular injury in rat testes

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Management of total colonic duplication: retrospective single institution Chinese study

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