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The role of the early video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in children with pleural empyema

Abstract Purpose Pleural empyema (PE) is a collection of purulent material in the pleural space. PE’s management in children is a challenge and an...

Muscle-sparing Vertical Thoracotomy in Children and Adolescents

Traditional posterolateral thoracotomy (PLT) is a painful and potentially morbid operation associated with an extensive recovery and a long,...

Impact of Portal Flow on the Prognosis of Children With Congenital Portosystemic Shunt: A Multicentric Observation Study in Japan

Although congenital portosystemic shunts (CPSSs) are increasingly being recognized, the optimal treatment strategies and natural prognosis remain...

National Centralization of Hirschsprung's Disease in Sweden:A Comparison of Preoperative Management and Outcomes

Surgical treatment of Hirschsprung's disease (HSCR) in Sweden was centralized to two tertiary pediatric surgery centers 1st of July 2018. Although...

Utility of ultrasound-based scoring system in post-pyeloplasty recovery

Abstract Background/Objective Differentiation of uretero-pelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) from non-obstructive dilatation (NOD) is a major...

Genital Malformations in Children With VACTERL – Has Time Come to Include “G” in the Acronym?

Genital malformations are frequently diagnosed in patients with VACTERL, but are currently not included in the acronym. This study aimed to...

Preoperative topical estrogen application in the management of hypospadias: a systematic review

Abstract Local estrogen therapy has been explored as an alternative to conventional testosterone therapy in children requiring urethroplasty for...

The Top Ranked 101 Articles in Pediatric Surgical Journals from an Altmetric Perspective

Introduction In the era of scientific digitalization, online media platforms gain increasing popularity to accomplish research output awareness....

Correction to: Bladder height to width ratio as a surrogate marker for non‑physiological storage pressures in children with spinal dysraphism

Long-term urodynamic findings following colo-, gastro- and ileocystoplasty

Abstract Purpose To evaluate the urodynamic changes in patients who have undergone colocystoplasty (CCP), gastrocystoplasty (GCP) and...

A nomogram for predicting choledochal cyst with perforation

Abstract Background Choledochal cyst with perforation (CC with perforation) rarely occurs, early diagnosis and timely treatment plan are crucial...

Laparoscopic peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion with omentopexy—sparing the omentum in children

Abstract Introduction Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis is an important modality of renal replacement therapy in children. Catheter...

Early Lessons From Implementation of Holistic Review for Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Applicants

Holistic review (HR) considers applicants’ unique identities and experiences rather than focusing on academic metrics. Though several residency...

Treatment of Hirschsprung's Disease in Germany: Analysis of National Hospital Discharge Data From 2016 to 2022

Hirschsprung's disease (HD) is a rare and complex malformation. The corrective operation is challenging and schedulable. The complete care...

Patient-Reported Experience in Colorectal Disease is Predicted by Cleanliness

Children with colorectal diseases such as anorectal malformations (ARM), Hirschsprung disease (HD), and functional constipation (FC) undergo bowel...

MiRNA-192-5p-targeted activated leukocyte cell adhesion molecule improved inflammatory injury of neonatal necrotizing enterocolitis

Abstract Background Neonatal necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a common gastrointestinal emergency in neonates. MiRNA-192-5p was found associated...

Disparities in insurance status negatively affect patients with infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis

Abstract Purpose Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS) is suspected to have worse outcomes when length of illness prior to presentation...

Reply to Letter to the Editor by Rauh J, et al.

The advent of laparoscopy represented a paradigm shift in the management of cholelithiais [1]. However progress with management of...

Chronic Granulomatous Disease: A Rare Primary Immunodeficiency Disorder in Pakistan due to Under-diagnosis or Under-prevalence?

As per a study by Khan et al., in 2016, 1 in every 250,000 individuals is affected by Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD), an inherited primary...

From the Editor-in-Chief

Megacystis–microcolon–intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome: don’t forget the bladder

Abstract Purpose Megacystis–microcolon–intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) is a well described clinical condition, but reports are focused...

Locum Tenens and Pediatric Surgery: A Position Statement and Practice Guidelines From the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA)

The American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA) Practice Committee endorsed by the Board of Governors presents a Position Statement on the role...

Postoperative pulmonary vascular growth in patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Abstract Background Postoperative pulmonary growth in congenital diaphragmatic hernias (CDH) remains unclear. We investigated postoperative...

Disparities in Healthcare Utilization: An Analysis of Disease Specific and Patient Level Factors in a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Clinic

Our study examines if the disease severity profile of our Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) patient cohort adherent to long-term follow-up...

Percutaneous Drainage of Pediatric Pulmonary Abscesses: An Effective Therapy

Pulmonary abscess is a complication of lung infection with localized necrosis and purulent cavity formation. Pulmonary abscesses are typically...

Minimizing Risks of Appendectomy

We congratulate Doshi and colleagues on a thorough systematic review of the risk of adhesive bowel obstruction after appendectomy [1]. The authors...

The principles of enhanced recovery after percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (ERaPEG): a UK tertiary center experience

Abstract Purpose Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways have been shown to improve surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction. The aim of...

Is neurodevelopment impaired in Brazilian children with intestinal failure on prolonged parenteral nutrition? A single center study

Abstract Purpose To assess the neurodevelopment outcomes of children younger than 42 months of age with intestinal failure (IF) using prolonged...

Rapunzel syndrome in children: a retrospective review of ten cases combined with literature review in a tertiary referral center

Abstract Purpose Rapunzel syndrome is an uncommon condition in children, and its clinical features remain unclear. This study presents the largest...

Construction of a prognostic model for autophagy in Wilm's tumor

Abstract Background Wilm's tumor (WT) is one of the most common childhood urological tumors, ranking second in the incidence of pediatric...

Experiences of youth growing up with anorectal malformation or Hirschsprung’s disease: a multicenter qualitative in-depth interview study

Abstract Purpose Patients with anorectal malformation (ARM) and Hirschsprung’s disease (HD) live with long-term impact of these diseases even into...

Paediatric testicular torsion in low- and middle-income countries: an OxPLORE scoping study

Abstract Background Literature on paediatric surgical conditions in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) remains limited. As a common...

Evaluation of the effectiveness of mother milk exosomes in the experimental corrosive esophagitis model

Abstract Purpose We aimed to examine the effectiveness of mother milk exosomes in treating corrosive esophageal burns. Materials and methods 32...

Pediatric nutritional surgery and its implications: results from a unicentric retrospective analysis

Abstract Purpose Existing guidelines provide weak recommendations on the surgical management of nutritional problems in children. The objective...

Receptor-interacting protein kinase-3 (RIPK3): a new biomarker for necrotising enterocolitis in preterm infants

Abstract Objective This study aimed to evaluate the role of receptor-interacting protein kinase-3 (RIPK3) in the diagnosis, estimation of disease...

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: November 2023

We’re featuring Journal of Pediatric surgery articles to bring you some of the latest news! This week we are discussing 3 articles from November...