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A biologically transparent illumination device is more useful in children for detecting the position of the nasogastric tube in the stomach

Abstract Purpose The study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the Biologically Transparent Illumination (BTI) device for confirming the correct...

Enhancement of enteric neural stem cell neurogenesis by glial cell-derived neurotrophic factor in experimental Hirschsprung’s disease

Abstract Purpose Stem cell therapy offers a promising solution for congenital diseases like Hirschsprung’s disease (HSCR). Optimizing stem cell...

Association of Initiation of Statewide Pediatric Trauma Collaborative and Hospital Preventable Transfer Rates

The Utah Pediatric Trauma Network (UPTN), established in 2019, is a collaboration of hospitals that have implemented guidelines to optimize...

Robotics in Pediatric Urology: A Review

Recent technological advances have enabled pediatric urologist to push the envelope of minimally invasive techniques. Recently, implementing...

Management and outcomes of acute appendicitis in children with congenital heart disease

Abstract Background Congenital heart disease (CHD) care has evolved during the past decades. Advances in care have contributed to improved...

Role of percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage for managing bile lake formation after Kasai portoenterostomy

Abstract Purpose Bile lake (BL) formation following Kasai portoenterostomy (KPE) can complicate the prognosis of biliary atresia (BA)....

Intestinal Anastomosis During Enterostomy Takedown Using a 5 mm Miniature Endostapler Compared to Conventional Handsewn Technique

Enterostomy takedown is common in neonates with Hirschsprung’s disease, anorectal malformations, or necrotizing enterocolitis. Stapled bowel...

Magnets in Paediatric Surgery

Magnetism, recognized in ancient Greece and China, is a fundamental physical force influencing numerous domains, including medicine and surgery....

Long-Term Orthopaedic and Radiological Outcomes of Symphysis Approximation without Osteotomy in Primary Bladder Exstrophy Repair

Introduction Previous assumptions suggested that the technique of approximation without osteotomy in primary exstrophy repair (PER) could only be...

The 37th international symposium on pediatric surgical research

Robotic Surgery in Paediatric Oncology: Expanding Boundaries and Defining Relevant Indications

This article reviews the establishment and progress of the Multidisciplinary Paediatric Robotic Program in a high-volume paediatric surgery...

Approaches to the Diagnosis and Management of Paediatric Ovarian Tumours and Oncological Outcomes in a Single-centre Study. Evidence in Support Of IPSO Reccomendations

Approaches to paediatric ovarian tumours vary. Cross-sectional imaging is reliable but not always performed. Laparoscopic tumourectomy, although...

Prehospital Reverse Shock Index Times Glasgow Coma Scale as a Predictor for Trauma Intervention in Paediatric Trauma Patients

Previous studies have identified the reverse shock index x Glasgow Coma Scale (rSIG) as a tool for predicting the need for trauma intervention in...

Outcomes of Management of Anterior Anus in Girls in Glasgow, UK

Anterior anus is considered part of the spectrum of anorectal malformations in girls and has been associated with childhood constipation. However,...

Vacuum Bell Therapy for Pectus Excavatum: Long-term Experience at a Single Center

To evaluate factors associated with excellent correction in pectus excavatum patients undergoing vacuum bell therapy (VBT).

Continuous Incisional Infusion of Local Anaesthetic (CIILA) Reduces Postoperative Opioid Usage in Children

Adequate post-operative pain relief is associated with shorter recovery time and higher patient satisfaction. Universally, opioids have been the...

The Transition of Patients with an ACE: Referral Pathway and Outcomes

Transition of paediatric patients is challenging. This study aimed to assess the transition pathway for patients who underwent an ACE procedure as...

Predictors of Conservative Management Failure in Pediatric Renal Trauma: National Trauma Database Insights

This study aimed to evaluate contemporary management strategies of pediatric renal trauma, focusing on the failure of conservative management and...

Recurrent Recto-colonic Septum After Duhamel's Surgery: Novel Effective Treatment

Duhamel's surgery is considered a safe and effective treatment of colonic aganglionosis (CA). Recurrent colo-rectal septum represents a relatively...

Role of Emerging Urinary Biomarkers in Predicting Progressive Deterioration of Kidney Function in Congenital Anomalies of Kidney and Urinary Tract: Trefoil Family Factor 3, Alpha Soluble Klotho and Urinary Microalbuminuria

Chronic kidney disease is an irreversible fate of many CAKUT (Congenital Abnormalities of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract) patients. Biomarkers...

A Multidisciplinary Assessment of Standard Low Dose Versus Ultra-low Dose Chest CT Scans for Pectus Excavatum Imaging

Evaluation of ultra-low dose chest CT imaging for the assessment of pectus excavatum severity as determined by pediatric radiologists and...

Pathological Insights into Non-Neoplastic Renal Parenchyma in Wilms Tumor: Implications for Nephron-Sparing Surgery

Introduction This study aimed to evaluate the non-neoplastic renal parenchyma in Wilms tumor (WT) and investigate its impact on nephron-sparing...

Prevalence, Mortality, and Associated Anomalies in Esophageal Atresia: A Retrospective Study of Finnish Population Data (2004–2017)

Introduction The aim of the study was to investigate the prevalence of esophageal atresia (EA), frequency of associated anomalies, and mortality...

Conservative Management of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Newborns: Incidence and Management of Intestinal Strictures

Background Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the main causes of acute abdomen in neonates. Surgical treatment entails important morbidity...

The Impact of Deep Learning on Determining the Necessity of Bronchoscopy in Pediatric Foreign Body Aspiration: Can Negative Bronchoscopy Rates Be Reduced?

This study aimed to evaluate the role of deep learning methods in diagnosing foreign body aspiration (FBA) to reduce the frequency of negative...

Abdominal Lymphatic Malformations: A Novel Approach in Management

Abdominal lymphatic malformations (LM) are a challenging clinical entity. Complete excision can be impossible due to the infiltrative nature of...

Perioperative Antibiotic Use in Pediatric Solid Tumor Resection: A Two-center Retrospective Cohort Study

There is no consensus on the perioperative use of antibiotics in pediatric solid tumor resection. This study collected data from two pediatric...

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: 3rd Quarter (Jul-Sep) 2024

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

The Role of GERD Diagnosis and Treatment in Preventing Lung Function Decline After Pediatric Lung Transplantation

Background/Purpose Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) after lung transplantation (LuTx) can lead to chronic lung allograft dysfunction. Our...

Identifying the ‘Miserable Minority’ Among Pediatric Patients Following Concussion

To investigate whether there are empirically-detectable subgroups of concussion severity and recovery across three consecutive concussions, as...

Anastomotic Leak and its Implications: A Multicenter Analysis of “Type C” Esophageal Atresia / Tracheo-esophageal fistula (EA/TEF)

Repair of type C esophageal atresia with tracheo-esophageal fistula (EA/TEF) may be complicated by esophageal anastomotic leak. Risk factors...

At Home and at Risk: A Study on Pediatric Unintentional Firearm Injuries in the USA

Firearm injury is the leading cause of death among pediatric patients in the United States. Unintentional firearm injury remains underexplored...

Association of Wearable Derived Pulse Rate Variability With Pediatric Appendectomy Complications

Postoperative recovery of children is difficult to gauge by parents after hospital discharge. Consumer wearable devices (CWD) generate valid and...

Influencing Policy to Advance Paediatric Surgery in Africa

My aim in this lecture was to address the critical role of policy in advancing paediatric surgery in Africa. I highlight the policy gaps hindering...

The Diagnostic Value of Immunohistochemistry Markers in Hirschsprung Disease; A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) markers are employed to improve the diagnostic yield when testing for Hirschsprung disease (HSCR). Yet, a superior test...

Surgical Management of Pediatric Dog Bites: A Systematic Review and Treatment Guideline

Dog bites are a unique and unusual injury in children, associated with atypical bacterial species, high infection rates, and controversial...