What is the ideal timing of umbilical hernia repair in children?
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Dr. Jose M. Campos
General Surgery
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Introduction of the article from the Journal of Pediatrics (2019)
Introduction of the article from the Journal of Pediatrics (2019)
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Umbilical hernia repair is a common surgery in children
Umbilical hernia repair is a common surgery in children
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High chance of spontaneous resolution with almost zero complications while waiting.
High chance of spontaneous resolution with almost zero complications while waiting.
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Key finding: Umbilical hernia repair before age four has higher recurrence and readmission rates.
Key finding: Umbilical hernia repair before age four has higher recurrence and readmission rates.
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Recommendation: Wait until at least age four to operate.
Recommendation: Wait until at least age four to operate.
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Dr. Jose M. Campos discusses timing for umbilical hernia repair, as he summarizes "Association between Age and Umbilical Hernia Repair Outcomes in Children: A Multistate Population-Based Cohort Study" from the Journal of Pediatrics.
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Intended audience: Healthcare professionals and clinicians.
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Speaker: Dr. Jose M. Campos
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