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ERNICA Research Collaboration Webinar on Quality of Life

The aim of the webinar is to provide an overview of the concepts “patient-reported outcome, quality of life and health-related quality of life”...

IPEG Academy: Laparoscopic Pyloromyotomy - Version 1

IPEG Academy Instructional Video: Laparoscopic Pyloromyotomy - Version 1 M.C. Mora, H.D. Le, G. Azzie, K.A. Diefenbach

Use of the Kono-S anastomosis in pediatric Crohn’s disease: a single-institution experience

Abstract Objectives About 24% of children with Crohn’s Disease (CD) require surgery. In 2003, Kono et al. described a novel anastomosis reported...

Association Between Common Empiric Antibiotic Regimens and Clostridioides Difficile Infection in Pediatric Appendicitis

Clostridioides Difficile Infection (CDI) is a serious antibiotic related complication that has been reported among children undergoing treatment...

Robotic-assisted vs. Laparoscopic Heller's Myotomy for Achalasia in Children

Robotic-assisted Heller-Dor procedure has been proposed as an alternative minimally invasive approach to traditional laparoscopy for the treatment...

Meta-Analysis of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocols for the Perioperative Management of Pediatric Colorectal Surgery

Another article you should know by Cecilia Gigena from JPS "Meta-Analysis of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocols for the Perioperative...

Preliminary Experience with Continuous Submucosal Anastomosis in Small-Diameter Hepaticojejunostomy during Single-Port Laparoscopic Choledochal Cyst Surgery in Children

Purpose Hepaticojejunostomy anastomosis (HJA) is the most challenging aspect in single-port laparoscopic choledochal cystectomy and Roux-en-Y...

Correction to: Flow cytometric characterization of cecal appendix lymphocyte subpopulations in children: a pilot study

Surgical approach to penile reconstruction for shaft skin excision from circumcision

Intestinal Rehabilitation Webinar

Pediatric Intestinal Failure is a complex condition with potential for high morbidity. Multidisciplinary programs like the one at Cincinnati...

Quantifying Pediatric Gun Violence by Location, Time of Day, and Day of Week

Firearm injuries are the leading cause of pediatric deaths. The objective of this study was to describe the location and timing of pediatric...

Pleural drainage vs video-assisted thoracoscopic debridement in children affected by pleural empyema

Abstract Background Both thoracic drainage and video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) are available treatment for pleural empyema in pediatric...

Standardization of Antibiotic Management and Reduction of Opioid Prescribing in Pediatric Complicated Appendicitis: A Quality Improvement Initiative

Appendicitis is one of the most common pediatric surgical procedures in the United States. However, wide variation remains in antibiotic...

Revisión de la bibliografía: Gastrostomías y Nissen 2023

Ya es de publico conocimiento que día a día se publican miles de artículos sobre distintas patologías y que es muy difícil seguirlos. En este...

Association of Contrast Extravasation Grade With Massive Transfusion in Pediatric Blunt Liver and Spleen Injuries: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study

This study aimed to assess whether the grade of contrast extravasation (CE) on CT scans was associated with massive transfusion (MT) requirements...

Esophageal Replacement with Dr. Dan von Allmen

In this episode we are talking about esophageal atresia, challenges and techniques for reconnection, and replacement methods when conservation...

Nephrectomy for Pediatric Renal Tumors: A Modified Surgical Approach to Minimize Post-operative Intestinal Obstruction

The authors present a modified surgical technique during tumor nephrectomy in children with a conservative approach towards small bowel...

The advantages of duct-to-duct biliary reconstruction in pediatric living donor liver transplantation

Abstract Background/Purpose Whether Roux-en-Y hepatic jejunectomy (HJ) or duct-to-duct biliary reconstruction (DD) is more useful in pediatric...

El momento de la reparación de la HDC en ECMO influye en el riesgo de hemorragia quirúrgica

Otro artículo de JPS de Cecilia Gigena que debes conocer "El momento de la reparación de la hernia diafragmática congénita mediante oxigenación...

The Timing of CDH Repair on ECMO Impacts Surgical Bleeding Risk

Another article from JPS by Cecilia Gigena that you should know about "The Timing of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair on Extracorporeal...

Preoperative Metal Allergy Testing for Pectus Excavatum Repair Does Not Effectively Identify Patients Who Develop Metal bar Allergy

Metal allergy following placement of a metal pectus bar for minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE) is a rare complication with...

Impact of the Age at Distal Hypospadias Surgery on Behavioral Problems, Somatic Symptoms and Irritability Levels in Children

To assess the effect of age at hypospadias surgery on emotional and behavioural problems, somatic symptoms, irritability, and penile perception.

Fostering Support for Pediatric Surgery by Generative AI

Generative AI (GAI) refers to a subset of artificial intelligence that focuses on the creation and generation of content, patterns, and...

Regular epilation alone is an acceptable treatment for symptom-free pilonidal patients

Abstract Introduction Patients with mild pilonidal disease often experience symptom resolution without excision. We hypothesized that treating...

Transitional Care in Anorectal Malformation and Hirschsprung's Disease: A Systematic Review of Challenges and Solutions

The literature on transitional care in anorectal malformation (ARM) and Hirschsprung's disease (HD) is diverse and heterogeneous. There is a lack...

Admission to a Verified Pediatric Trauma Center is Associated With Improved Outcomes in Severely Injured Children

Previous studies have shown improved survival for severely injured adult patients treated at American College of Surgeons verified level I/II...

The Outcome of Purse-string Versus Conventional Wound Closure Techniques in Patients Undergoing Stoma Reversal: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Patients undergoing stoma reversal may experience surgical site infections and poor scarring. A purse-string closure approach may lower the...

Evaluation of Thoracoscopic Lobectomy in Infants for Congenital Lung Lesions: Earlier Is Better!

This study evaluates the safety and efficacy of thoracoscopic lobectomy for congenital lung lesions in infants less then 4 months of age.

Potential benefits of routine cystoscopy and vaginoscopy prior to reconstructive surgery in patients with an anorectal malformation

Abstract Purpose First, to assess the number of patients with anorectal malformations (ARM) in whom additional urological and/or gynecological...

Endoscopic Chemocauterization with Trichloroacetic Acid for Congenital or Recurrent Tracheoesophageal Fistula in Children with Esophageal Atresia: Experience from a Tertiary Center

Recurrent tracheoesophageal fistula (rTEF) is a well-known complication after surgery of EA, occurring in roughly 3–10% of the patients. Recent...

Long-Term Sensory Function 3 years after Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum with Cryoablation

Minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE) with intercostal nerve cryoablation (Cryo) decreases length of hospitalization and opioid...

Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery for Renal Stones: Is It a Safe and Effective Option in Preschool Children?

Few studies in the literature describe the Retrograde Intra-Renal Surgery (RIRS) outcome in preschool children. We evaluated the feasibility,...

Contemporary Trends in Laparoscopy and Ovarian Sparing Surgery for Ovarian Torsion in the Pediatric Population

Although total oophorectomy (TO) was historically performed in cases of nonviable-appearing ovaries, considerable evidence has demonstrated...

Rectovaginal Fistulas: Comparative Analysis of Laparoscopic Assisted Pullthrough and Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty

Compare the laparoscopic treatment (LT) and the posterior sagittal anorectoplasty treatment (ST) of the rectovaginal fistulas (RvaF) in a single...

Laparoscopic Ovarian-Sparing Surgery for the Management of Benign Ovarian Lesions in Pediatric Patients: A Retrospective Analysis

Laparoscopic ovarian-sparing surgery (OSS) is safe and effective management approach for benign ovarian lesions in pediatric patients. This study...

Resultados iniciales del uso de crioablación en el tratamiento quirúrgico del síndrome de costilla deslizante

Otro artículo del Journal of Pediatric Surgery de la Dra. Cecilia Gigena "Resultados iniciales del uso de crioablación en el tratamiento...