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Management of gastroesophageal reflux disease following esophageal atresia surgery: a systematic review

Fertility and obstetrical outcomes in women born with anorectal malformations: A prospective cross-sectional study

Women with anorectal malformations (ARM) may experience fertility problems and complications during childbirth due to these congenital anomalies...

Surgical Synergy: Assessing Care Coordination in Pediatric Surgical Referral Programs

Specialized pediatric surgical referral programs (PSPs) for complex conditions are increasing across the United States, resulting in care rendered...

Time Heals: The Impact of Waiting Times on Pediatric Patients’ Decisions to Decline Pectus Surgery

This study investigates the impact of waiting times, due to Covid-19, on patients' decisions to undergo surgery for pectus deformities.

RNA m6A Methylation Regulates CDH6 to Promote Epithelial-to-Mesenchymal Transition in Cholangiocytes of Biliary Atresia

N6-methyladenosine (m6A) is involved in biliary atresia (BA), however the underlying mechanisms remain unknown. This study aims to explore the...

The timing of surgery for congenital diaphragmatic hernia in infants receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a meta-analysis

The impact of gender on pediatric surgical access and outcomes in Africa

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Surgical and nutritional outcomes of extremely low birth weight infants with enterostomy: a single-center retrospective study in China

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Mortality and surgery-related complications in very low and extreme low birth weight infants treated for esophageal atresia: a multi-center cohort study.

Surgical esophageal atresia (EA) repair is a complex operation with high risk of perioperative complications. Infants born with very low or...

Surgical Management of Paediatric Appendiceal Neuroendocrine Tumors: A 26-year Danish Nationwide retrospective cohort study

Appendiceal neuroendocrine tumors (aNET) are incidental findings after appendectomy. Paediatric guidelines on surgical management are lacking, and...

Long-term outcome after partial splenectomy compared to total splenectomy in children with spherocytosis

Splenectomy may be required for Hereditary Spherocytosis (HS) management. The severe infection risk after total splenectomy (TS) has led to an...

Residual nephrogenic rests affect the long-term prognosis of Wilms tumor with bilateral nephrogenic rests

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Comparison of surgical site infection in pediatric patients using NSQIP-P data during COVID-19 pandemic and non-pandemic periods

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The association of environmental exposure in the etiology of esophageal atresia in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis

To elucidate the impact of environmental exposure on the etiology of esophageal atresia (EA), identify potential risk factors, and propose...

Pediatric Aortic Trauma: National Database Analysis of Trauma Outcomes in Pediatric Population

Although rare, aortic injury is the second leading cause of death in pediatric trauma, highlighting its morbidity and mortality. This study...

Effect of standard care pathway implementation on clinical outcomes and protocol utilization in infants with gastroschisis

Standardization of care is an important tool to improve healthcare value and patient outcomes. We created a multidisciplinary clinical care...

Impact of Early Plasma Resuscitation in Pediatric Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is the leading cause of traumatic pediatric mortality. This study examined the safety of early plasma administration...

Endoscopic and surgical approaches in the management of pediatric gallstone disease: A review of associated complications

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Micaela K. Gomez, Maggie E. Bosley

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Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s):

Representation matters: advocating for increased diversity in the pediatric surgical workforce to address health inequity

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Jasmine Jones, Jasmine Lee, Anthony Douglas, Adesola...

The role of pediatric surgeons in advocating against hazardous consumer products

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Joanne Baerg, Amanpreet Brar, Bindi Naik-Mathuria, Marion...

Preoperative evaluation of biliary disease in children

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Joseph J. Lee, Romeo C. Ignacio

Biliary dyskinesia in the pediatric population

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Sophia MV Schermerhorn, Afif N. Kulaylat, Donald J. Lucas

Protecting our patients’ future through perioperative sustainability: Action and advocacy for the pediatric surgeon

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Grace A. Nicksa, Nicole Chicoine, Linda T. Li, Ramin...

Impact of second-layer coverages on complication rates in primary tubularized incised plate urethroplasty (TIPU) for distal and midpenile hypospadias repair: a systematic review

A surgeon’s journey through grassroots advocacy

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Peter T. Masiakos

Advances in intraoperative imaging technologies for complex biliary disease

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Dena G. Shehata, Carmelle Romain, Bethany J. Slater

Surgical management of uncomplicated biliary stone disease in children

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Jessica K. Sims, Meredith A. Achey, Irving J. Zamora

Techniques of common bile duct exploration in pediatric surgery

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Heather Ots, Anthony Y. Tsai

Advancing advocacy for evidence-based opioid stewardship

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Jenna S. Lee, Emma Kirkpatrick, Lorraine I. Kelley-Quon

Firearm policies to keep kids safe: what works & what doesn’t

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): J. Leslie Knod, Seth Saylors, Yezan H. Hassan, Matthew T....

Food insecurity advocacy for pediatric surgeons

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Jeffrey W. Gander, Marshall M. Stone, Savannah C. Walker,...

Preface

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Robert Ricca, Lucas Neff, Romeo Ignacio

Combating human trafficking: pediatric surgeons as agents of change

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Mikayla Mefford, Sarah Alchemy, Zayn Gerakitis, Elizabeth A. Berdan

Endoscopic treatments for complicated biliary disease in children

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 34Author(s): Nicholas Norris, David S. Vitale

Editor’s note:

Publication date: August 2025Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, Volume 35Author(s): Marion C.W. Henry