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In Memorium, Professor Michael Höllwarth, 1943–2024

A profound sense of sadness marked the passing of Professor Michael Höllwarth, who died peacefully at home on March 12, 2024, with his partner...

Pediatric Trauma Recidivism: A Statewide Risk Factor Analysis of the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC)

National estimates suggest pediatric trauma recidivism is uncommon but are limited by short follow up and narrow ascertainment. We aimed to...

(F)utility of preoperative pulmonary function testing in pectus excavatum to assess severity

Abstract Purpose The utility of pulmonary function testing (PFT) in pectus excavatum (PE) has been subject to debate. Although some evidence shows...

Comparison of the effects of ring block and dorsal penile nerve block on parental satisfaction for circumcision operation in children: randomized controlled trial

Abstract Purpose In children, circumcision is a procedure associated with perioperative pain and parental satisfaction is an important parameter...

Comparison of ICG-Guided Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging and Modified Inflation-Deflation Method in Identifying the Intersegmental Plane During Lung Segmentectomy of Infants

The identification of the intersegmental plane (ISP) is a crucial step in segmentectomy for children with congenital pulmonary airway malformation...

Management of complex pediatric and adolescent liver trauma: adult vs pediatric level 1 trauma centers

Abstract Purpose Management of high-grade pediatric and adolescent liver trauma can be complex. Studies suggest that variation exists at adult...

Percutaneous core needle biopsy of neuroblastoma in the pediatric population: what have we learned in the last decade

Abstract Introduction Historically, neuroblastoma has been diagnosed by surgical open biopsy (SB). In recent decades, core needle biopsy (CNB) has...

Analysis of gap length as a predictor of surgical outcomes in esophageal atresia with distal fistula: a single center experience

Abstract Purpose Long-gap esophageal atresia (LGEA) is still a challenge for pediatric surgery. No consensus exists as to what constitutes a long...

Comparison of two formulations of intravenous lipid emulsions in pediatric intestinal failure

Abstract Purpose The effect of different types of lipid emulsion may guide therapy of patients with intestinal failure (IF) to limit morbidity...

Disordered Sleep in Adolescents Recovering From Surgery

Sleep is essential for postoperative recovery. Prescription opioid can be associated with disordered sleep. There is little research on sleep...

Identifying and Protecting Young Victims of Human Trafficking in Pediatric Surgical Specialties

In the United States, the average entry age into the commercial sex industry is 12–14 years. Human trafficking victims, often lured with...

Assessment of long-term quality of life, bowel and voiding function outcomes in patients with anorectal malformation at a single UK centre

Abstract Aims Assess long-term quality of life (QoL), bowel and voiding function in anorectal malformation (ARM) paediatric patients. Method...

How effective is nephrectomy in curing hypertension in children with unilateral poorly functioning kidney? A systematic review

Abstract Purpose Some children with hypertension (HTN) have unilateral poorly functional kidney (PFK). This provides an opportunity for the...

Surgical management of complicated Crohn's disease

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Sarah J. Ullrich, Jason S. Frischer

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Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s):

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Perianal disease: Updates and controversies in closing the gaps

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Samir K. Gadepalli, Jeremy Adler

Complications following ileal pouch-anal anastomosis in pediatric ulcerative colitis

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Preston H. Palm, Monique C. Matos, Cristine S. Velazco

Ouch, my pouch! a clinician's guide to pouchitis

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Vincent P. Anto, Anna E. Ramos, Kevin P. Mollen

Medical management of pediatric inflammatory bowel disease

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Brad Pasternak

Surgical management of pediatric Crohn's disease

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Michela Carter, Irene Isabel P Lim

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Surgery for ulcerative colitis

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Brielle Ochoa, Lisa McMahon

Inflammatory bowel disease – evolving therapeutic approaches to a hidden epidemic

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Lisa McMahon, Samir K. Gadepalli

Recurrent Crohn's disease

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Mahmoud Shehada, Lisa E. McMahon

Evolution of enhanced recovery for children undergoing elective intestinal surgery

Publication date: April 2024Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 33, Issue 2Author(s): Mallory N. Perez, Mehul V. Raval

Bilateral Obturator Osteotomy: A Novel Osteotomy for Bladder Exstrophy Closure

Abdominal and pelvic closure remains a challenge during bladder exstrophy initial repair. We aimed to report on the feasibility and results of a...

A Study of Safety and Effectiveness of Evicel Fibrin Sealant as an Adjunctive Hemostat in Pediatric Surgery

Introduction Data on the use of fibrin sealants to control intraoperative bleeding in children are scarce. Evicel Fibrin Sealant (Ethicon Inc.,...

Foreign body aspiration in children: our pediatric tertiary care experience

Abstract Purpose Inhalation of a foreign body is a real emergency in pediatric age and requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to reduce...

Does prenatal diagnosis of meconium peritonitis have the better recovery? A single-center over 10 years of experience

Abstract Objective To evaluate whether infants with prenatal diagnosis of meconium peritonitis (MP) have a poorer prognosis. Methods A...

Long-term Outcomes Following Thoracoscopic Division of Vascular Rings

We evaluate long-term symptomatic improvement in vascular ring patients who underwent thoracoscopic division at a single quaternary pediatric...

Scientific Output by Latin American Women in Pediatric Surgical Sciences Over the Past 11 Years: A Bibliometric and Visual Analysis

This academic article discusses the historical underrepresentation of female in science, with a focus on Latin America. It highlights the...

Factors Associated With Isolated Fallopian Tube Torsion in Pediatric Patients

Isolated fallopian tube torsion (IFTT) is a rare form of adnexal torsion that is more difficult to diagnose, which may lead to delays in...

Commentary: How Far We Go for Surgery: Distance to Pediatric Surgical Care in Indiana

We congratulate the authors on their careful investigation of how far children must travel to receive pediatric surgical care within a state that...

Reply to Letter to the Editor by Kaya C, et al.

We thank Kaya and their colleagues for their interest in our paper. As in our discussion, we acknowledge that our study is significantly limited...

Management of Fibrous Hamartoma of Infancy: A Contemporary Series

Fibrous hamartoma of infancy (FHI) is a rare, benign, soft tissue mass that may be locally infiltrative. Primary excision is the mainstay of...