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Multicenter retrospective study on benign testicular tumors in children: save as much as you can……please

Abstract Background Testicular tumors (TT) are infrequent in pediatric patients, representing 1% of pediatric solid tumors; benign testicular...

Is laparoscopic pyelolithotomy an alternative to percutaneous nephrolithotomy for treatment of kidney stones larger than 2.5 cm in pediatric patients?

Purpose: The aim was to compare laparoscopic pyelolithotomy and percutaneous nephrolithotomy in terms of efficacy and safety for the treatment of...

Letter to editors regarding “Escolino et al.: endoscopic injection of bulking agents in pediatric vesicoureteral reflux: a narrative review of literature. Pediatr Surg Int 39: 133”

Long-term outcomes of bilateral thoracoscopic T3 sympathectomy for primary focal hyperhidrosis in children

Background: Thoracoscopic bilateral T3 sympathectomy for primary focal palmar hyperhidrosis in children has excellent short-term outcomes....

A pilot study of multi-modal pain management for same-day discharge after minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (Nuss procedure) in children

Abstract Background Despite advancements in minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE), Nuss procedure, postoperative pain control...

Cardiac anomalies in children with congenital duodenal obstruction: a systematic review with meta-analysis

Abstract Background Cardiac anomalies occur frequently in patients with congenital duodenal obstruction (DO). However, the exact occurrence and...

Prediction of post-operative acute pancreatitis in children with pancreaticobiliary maljunction using machine learning model

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to develop a prediction model to identify risk factors for post-operative acute pancreatitis (POAP) in children...

Should we reduce routine surveillance imaging in pediatric germ cell tumors?

This paper retrospectively investigated the site and the detection method of relapses in children and adolescents with malignant germ cell tumors...

Fecal continence outcomes and potential disparities for patients with anorectal malformations treated at referral institutions for pediatric colorectal surgery

Abstract Purpose Fecal incontinence is a problem for many patients born with an anorectal malformation (ARM) that can impact quality of life. It...

Readability of patient and family education materials on pediatric surgical association websites

Abstract Purpose Globally, pediatric surgical association websites present patient/family education materials on an extensive list of conditions,...

Short-term outcomes of thoracoscopic versus open lobectomy for congenital lung malformations

Abstract Purpose Thoracoscopic and open approaches for the management of congenital lung malformations (CLM) has been debated. The aim of this...

Esophageal Dilation in Children: A State of the Art Review

Esophageal dilations in children are performed by several pediatric and adult professionals. We aim to summarize improvements in safety and new...

Nomogram for predicting fulminant necrotizing enterocolitis

Abstract Background Fulminant necrotizing enterocolitis (FNEC) is the most serious subtype of NEC and has a high mortality rate and a high...

Spinal cord anomalies in children with anorectal malformations: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract Purpose First, to assess the number of spinal cord anomalies (SCA), specifically tethered spinal cord (TSC) in patients with anorectal...

What Makes A "Successful" Kasai Portoenterostomy "Unsuccessful"?

Objectives: Clearance of jaundice (CoJ) is the first key objective of Kasai portoenterostomy (KPE) for biliary atresia (BA) and its achievement is...

Knowledge, attitude, and practices of operating theatre staff towards environmentally sustainable practices in the operating theatres

Abstract Background Successful implementation of environmentally sustainable practices in the operating theatre (OT) requires stakeholder...

Children with Localized Crohn's Disease Benefit from Early Ileocecal Resection and Perioperative Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Therapy

Introduction In pediatric Crohn's disease ileocecal resection is performed reluctantly as postoperative recurrence is frequent. Anti-tumor...

INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES OF BLUNT LIVER & SPLENIC INJURY IN THE ATOMAC ERA

Background: The Arizona-Texas-Oklahoma-Memphis-Arkansas Consortium (ATOMAC) practice management guideline was created to standardize management of...

Defectos de la Pared Abdominal en resumen

¿Te pasa que tienes que repasar algo sobre una patología pero necesitas que sea rápido? En esta serie de podcast en resumen te traemos la solución...

A precision-designed gastrostomy button securement device

Background: Gastrostomy buttons (g-buttons) are commonly placed in children to facilitate weight gain, correct nutritional deficiencies, and...

Standardized perioperative care reduces colorectal surgical site infection in children: A Western Pediatric Surgery Research Consortium multicenter analysis

Purpose: Surgical site infection (SSI) remains a significant source of patient morbidity and resource utilization in children undergoing...

Differentiating abdominal pain due to COVID-19 associated multisystem inflammatory syndrome from children with acute appendicitis: a score system

Abstract Purpose Differentiating abdominal pain due to coronavirus disease (COVID-19)-associated multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) in...

The management of thoracobiliary fistulas in children: a systematic review

Abstract Thoracobiliary fistula (TBF) is a rare condition, in which an atypical communication between the bronchial tree and the biliary tree is...

Testicular descent revisited: a micro-computed tomography study in fetal rats

Abstract Purpose There is a long history of research dealing with the embryology of the testicular descent. However, important aspects like the...

Japan's comprehensive undescended testis screening program: incidence of ascending testis after screening

Purpose: Screening for undescended testis (UDT) in Japan is performed as a neonate, then at 1, 3, 10, and 18 months old, and 3 years old....

A Modification of the Anoplasty Technique during a Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty and Anorectal Vaginal Urethroplasty Closure: The Para-U-Stitch to Prevent Wound Dehiscence

Objective Wound dehiscence after posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) or anorectal vaginal urethroplasty (PSARVUP) for anorectal malformation...

Minimally Invasive versus Open Ureteral Reimplantation in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Purpose We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the safety and efficacy of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) versus open...

Intestinal Malrotation in Children: Clinical Presentation and Outcomes

Introduction Intestinal malrotation (IM) is characterized by abnormal intestinal rotation and fixation predisposing to a risk of midgut volvulus....

Laparoscopic versus open portoenterostomy for treatment of biliary atresia: a meta-analysis

Abstract Objective Our goal was to compare laparoscopic portoenterostomy versus open portoenterostomy for the treatment of biliary atresia....

Comparison of early surgical and conservative therapy in children with ureteropelvic junction obstruction

Abstract Background Ureteropelvic junction obstruction is a relatively common urologic problem in children. Most cases present with pelvicaliceal...

Predictive Value of Routine White Blood Cell Count Obtained Prior to Discharge for Organ Space Infection in Children with Complicated Appendicitis: Results from the Eastern Pediatric Surgery Network

Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical utility of a routine pre-discharge white blood cell count (RPD-WBC) for...

Clinical experience of thoracoplasty with absorbable rib substitutes

Abstract Purpose Malignant chest wall tumors are rare in pediatrics. They require multimodal oncological treatment and local surgical control....

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: Oct-Dec 2022

We’re featuring Journal of Pediatric surgery articles earlier this week to bring you some of the latest news! This week we are discussing three...

Does age matter? Cardiopulmonary profiles of adolescents versus adults with pectus excavatum presenting for surgical evaluation

Purpose: We sought to analyze differences in presentation and cardiopulmonary function between those referred for surgical consultation as...

Effect of prostaglandin-E1 treatment on pyloric wall thickness in newborns with ductal-dependent critical congenital heart diseases

Abstract Background Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) is used in the medical treatment of ductal-dependent critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) in...

Treatment of bilateral Wilms’ tumor in children: how to improve the application of nephron-sparing surgery

Abstract Purpose To summarize the experience of nephron-sparing surgery (NSS) for bilateral Wilms tumors (BWT) in children. Methods This study...