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Post pubertal outcome after use of oral mucosa in urethral reconstruction for hypospadias in prepubertal boys: a systematic review

Internal jugular vein versus external jugular vein as the insertion site for totally implantable venous access ports in children: a randomized comparative study

Background and aims Patients and methods Results Conclusions

Timely Diagnosis of Complete Anorectal Malformations in Newborns at Birth

Varied definitions are argued for a delayed diagnosis of complete anorectal malformation in newborns [1]. An absent perineal opening is of rare...

Iterative Design and Manufacturing of a 3D-Printed Pediatric Open and Laparoscopic Integrated Simulator for Hernia Repair (POLISHeR)

Inguinal hernia is a common childhood pathology, making inguinal hernia repair (IHR) a key pediatric surgical procedure. Surgical success relies...

Commentary - Social Determinants of Health Influence on Survival in Wilms Tumor, Neuroblastoma, and Hepatoblastoma

The study by Nofi et al. provides an examination of how social determinants of health (SDOH), including socioeconomic status (SES) and race,...

Surgical and psychosocial factors related to Pediatric Medical Traumatic Stress (PMTS) in children following surgery: a follow-up study

Introduction Aims and objectives Methods Results Conclusion Level of evidence

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: 4th Quarter (Oct-Dec) 2024

We are back with another episode of our Journal of Pediatric Surgery article review podcast. This time we have three publications from the fourth...

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Perioperative Education Via E-health Technology to Ensure High Quality Equitable Care: One-4-ALL Initiative

Our current system of perioperative education offers variable amounts of information to families, contributing to inequitable care. We...

Recent Progress and Current Challenges in the Care of the Child Around the World

Global pediatric surgery has developed into a sophisticated system of teaching, training, sustaining, and serving, in order to equip low- and...

Functional Outcomes After Anorectal Malformation Reconstruction

Functional outcomes following reconstruction of anorectal malformations are important to assess and optimize. Patients with anorectal...

Definition, Prognosis, and Complication Analysis of Early Allograft Dysfunction in Pediatric Liver Transplantation: A Retrospective Cohort Study

The definition of early allograft dysfunction (EAD) varies, and has hardly been studied in pediatric transplantation (pLT) since the adult EAD...

Is It Time to Introduce Ex-Situ Normothermic Machine Perfusion in Paediatric Liver Transplantation?

The clinical use of normothermic machine perfusion in liver transplantation currently excludes paediatric recipients due to the challenges of...

Evaluating Postoperative Opioid Prescription Fills and Refills for Adolescents Undergoing Surgery

Prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) are state-run databases that track controlled substances to reduce substance use and diversion. The...

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Real-World Outcomes with the KEYNOTE-522 Regimen in Early-Stage Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Annals of Surgical Oncology - This study aimed to determine if the neoadjuvant (NAT) KEYNOTE-522 regimen was associated with higher rates of...

Implementation of a “Same Night” Appendectomy (SNAppy) Discharge Protocol: A Quality Improvement Initiative

Appendectomy is curative for appendicitis and prolonged hospitalization is unnecessary for un-complicated disease. We implemented a protocol to...

Aspartate Aminotransferase-to-platelet Ratio Index (APRi) as Biomarker for Liver Damage in Biliary Atresia (BA): A Meta-analysis

Biliary atresia (BA) is a severe paediatric liver disease causing cirrhosis without prompt treatment. Aspartate aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio...

Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gastrointestinal Symptoms After Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents: An 8-year Follow-up Analysis

Vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) are the most commonly performed metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS)...

Ethics of Transition of Care of Pediatric Surgical Patients to Adult Providers

Pediatric surgeons have significantly improved survival rates for children with complex conditions, transforming many previously terminal cases...

Optimizing Proper Waste Management in Pediatric Surgery: An Observational Study

Operating rooms (OR) are responsible for the majority of waste production in hospitals. Proper waste management including recycling is a...

Social Determinants of Health Influence on Survival in Wilms Tumor, Neuroblastoma, and Hepatoblastoma

The influence of social determinants of health (SDOH) on childhood cancer outcomes is complex and understudied. This study aimed to elucidate the...

Respiratory Outcomes in Children Born With Esophageal Atresia With or Without Tracheoesophageal Fistula: A Retrospective Longitudinal Cohort Study

The respiratory health of children born with esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) can be compromised.

Magnetic Compression Anastomosis for Anorectal Malformations: Feasibility and Efficacy in Swine Model and Clinical Observation

Patients with anorectal malformations (ARM) commonly experience post-operative bowel dysfunctions due to inherent neuromuscular dysplasia and...

Correlation of Genetic Mutation With Outcomes in Children With Hereditary Spherocytosis Undergoing Partial Splenectomy: A Multicentre Study

Hereditary Spherocytosis (HS) is a common genetic hematological disorder causing a life-long hemolytic anemia, with sequela of hemolysis. Children...

Clinical Characteristics and Postoperative Functional Outcomes in Children With Mowat-Wilson Syndrome and Hirschsprung's Disease: A Single-center Study

Mowat-Wilson Syndrome (MWS) is a rare autosomal dominant genetic disorder. Approximately half of individuals with MWS present with Hirschsprung's...

The Relationship Between Socioeconomic Status and Omphalocele Prevalence

The omphalocele is a congenital malformation associated with chromosomal abnormalities, however the exact etiology is unknown. Current research...

Population-based Study of Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis in Canada: Investigating the National Changes in Surgical Practice and Outcomes From 2004 to 2021

Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS) is an acquired condition that causes gastric outlet obstruction in infants and requires operative treatment....

Management, Trends, and Recommendations for Intra-abdominal Lymphatic Malformations: A Single-Center Retrospective Review

Intra-abdominal lymphatic malformations (ILM) are vascular anomalies that arise from the mesentery, omentum, or retroperitoneum. These may present...

Establishing a Competency Based Medical Education Curriculum for International Medical Graduates Pursuing Pediatric Surgery Training in High-income Countries

Canada's Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons established a competency-based medical education (CBME) training in pediatric surgery in 2021....

Surgical Treatment of Perforated Necrotizing Enterocolitis and Spontaneous Intestinal Perforation in Extremely Low Birth Weight Premature Infants- Is Resection and Primary Anastomosis a Safe Option?

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and spontaneous intestinal perforation (SIP) lead to significant morbidity and mortality in extreme-low birth...

Quality of Life Outcomes in Children Following Surgical Management of Gastroschisis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

The quality of life of pediatric patients born with gastroschisis has yet to be documented in a systematic review. Our objective is to...

Routine Overnight Assessments in Stable Pediatric Surgery Patients: A Critical Reconsideration

Hospitalized patients are subject to overnight vital sign (OVS) monitoring which leads to subsequent sleep disturbance and contributes to adverse...

Establishment of a National Surgical Tissue Biobank for Pediatric Crohn's Disease: An Implementation Feasibility Study

Crohn's disease (CD) is a lifelong gastrointestinal inflammatory condition that often requires surgery, particularly for patients diagnosed in...

Advocacy for Children With Surgical Diseases in Nigeria: National Policy Status, Gaps, and Solutions

An estimated 1.7 billion children, mostly in low- and middle-income countries, lack access to surgical care. Increased focus on, and investment...

The Role of Sociodemographics in Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Osteosarcoma: A Population Based Study

In our population-based study, we examine the impact of patient demographics on disease presentation, treatment and survival for children,...

Current practice and barriers for transition of care (TOC) in pediatric surgery: perspectives of adult surgeons from different subspecialties

Introduction Purpose Methods Results Conclusion