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Comments on the “Risk factors of bowel perforation in neonates with Hirschsprung disease”

Multidisciplinary tumor boards in pediatric surgical oncology: a systematic review of approaches in low- and middle-income countries

Comment on: “Comparing the efficacy of video assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) vs intrapleural fibrinolytic therapy in children with pleural empyema” by Omid et al.

Implementation of ERAS protocol in pediatric colostomy closure: a randomized clinical trial

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A note on the history of Hirschsprung’s disease, and an over 120 years apology

Screening Practices for Müllerian Anomalies in Patients With Known Renal or Urologic Anomalies: A Retrospective Chart Review

Approximately 20–40 % of females diagnosed with renal anomalies will have a coexistent Müllerian anomaly. Müllerian anomalies can have significant...

A Report on Testicular Tissue Cryopreservation for Fertility Preservation in Children: Confirmation of Germ Cell Preservation and Few Surgical Complications

Testicular tissue cryopreservation (TTC) is an experimental method for fertility preservation in pediatric patients facing a fertility threatening...

Minimizing variance in pediatric patients after repair of anorectal malformations

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Intestinal Dysmotility and the Risk of Volvulus Following Omega-jejunostomy Tube Placement in Children

Gastric dysmotility complicates enteral feeding in children, often requiring distal feeding access. While nasoduodenal and gastrojejunostomy tubes...

What Every Pediatric Surgeon Should Know About Anti-DEI Rhetoric

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have emerged as critical components of modern healthcare. Pediatric surgery, given its complex...

Can we do less? A review of imaging practices for evaluating cervical spine injuries in pediatric blunt trauma patients

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Letter to “Incidence of urethrocutaneous fistula after distal and midshaft hypospadias repair does not differ among patients treated with or without a protective second‑layer: single tertiary centre experience’’

The role of ultrasonography in detecting and classifying anorectal malformations in neonates: a retrospective study of 30 cases

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Invited Commentary for: A Report on Testicular Tissue Cryopreservation for Fertility Preservation in Children: Confirmation of Germ Cell Preservation and Few Surgical Complications

The increasing survival rates for pediatric cancer patients have shifted the focus towards long-term quality of life, with fertility preservation...

Assessment of Müllerian Patency in Patients with Cloacal Anomaly using Saline Pertubation: A Retrospective Cohort Study

36-41% of females with cloaca experience menstrual obstruction, which can result in significant morbidity. No established evaluation exists to...

Invited Commentary for: Screening Practices for Müllerian Anomalies in Patients With Known Renal or Urologic Anomalies: A Retrospective Chart Review

Mullerian anomalies affect 7 % of reproductive age women and account for a spectrum in their presentation. These anomalies may present in isolated...

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Findings in Pediatric Patients with Choledocholithiasis Justify a Surgery-First Approach: A Multi-Center Study

Pediatric choledocholithiasis is traditionally managed with an endoscopy-first approach, where Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography...

Long-term aerodigestive morbidities after esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula repair

Short-term complications, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and anastomotic stricture, are well documented in esophageal...

The hormonal effect of fibroblast growth factor 19 on the intestinal adaptation in pediatric short bowel syndrome: an in vitro study using patients-derived enteroids

Promoting intestinal adaptation is of paramount importance for restoring normal gastrointestinal function in pediatric patients with short bowel...

Letter to “Long-term urinary and sexual outcomes in pediatric genitourinary rhabdomyosarcoma survivors: a qualitative study”

Rapid, objective intraoperative mapping of Hirschsprung disease with a portable electrochemical acetylcholine sensor

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Does nutritional education affect the nutritional status, growth, and development of children with pectus excavatum?

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Bulbospongiosus Muscle Reconstruction in Proximal Hypospadias: Post pubertal Function and Patient Satisfaction

Ejaculatory disturbances are prevalent in pubertal studies following childhood proximal hypospadias repair. Bulbospongiosus muscle (BSM) is...

Intestinal autonomy in extreme premature infants with short bowel syndrome: national experience

Trends in Mortality of Congenital Circulatory Malformations in the Pediatric Population: CDC Data Analysis (1999–2020)

Congenital circulatory malformations (CCMs) represent one of the most prevalent categories of birth defects, constituting a significant cause of...

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: 1st Quarter (Jan-Mar) 2025

We are back with another episode of our Journal of Pediatric Surgery article review podcast. This time we have three publications from the first...

Advancing Inclusive Excellence in Pediatric Surgery: A National Longitudinal Mentorship Program

The Alliance of Pediatric Surgeons Growing and Advancing Representation (APGAR) was created to systematically expand mentorship and sponsorship...

When Childhood Meets Cancer: Tracking Two Decades of Mortality in Pediatric Brain and Blood Malignancies

Pediatric neurological and hematologic malignancies are the leading causes of cancer-related mortality in children. Hematologic malignancies are...

Approach to biliary tree clearance in pediatric patients undergoing cholecystectomy: insights from a tertiary hospital

Determinants of surgical approach to pediatric appendicitis in Brazil

Enhanced recovery after surgery protocols for the perioperative management of pediatric cleft lip and palate surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Ozonides extravirgin olive oil as an alternative to steroids in controlling proliferative behavior in penile lichen sclerosus: a comparative study in pediatric population

Role of Urinary Biomarkers in the Postoperative Follow-up of Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction: A Preliminary Report

While the role of urinary biomarkers in differentiating non-obstructive dilatation (NOD) from ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) has been...

Early versus delayed silo closure in gastroschisis: a retrospective study

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The Simple Silo: An Effective and Affordable Solution for Gastroschisis Management in Low-Resource Settings

Survival rates for infants born with gastroschisis are extremely poor in low and middle income countries. While reasons for mortality are...

When neuroblastoma steals a kidney: understanding autonephrectomy risks

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