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The survival time of the ventriculo-peritoneal-shunt in children with hydrocephalus is dependent on the type of valve implanted

Abstract Purpose Despite constantly improving developments in ventriculo-peritoneal shunt systems, most patients with hydrocephalus require...

Reduction of recurrence by peritoneal thermal injury in laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure of internal ring for inguinal hernia in children

Abstract Purpose To evaluate the impact of peritoneal thermal injury (PTI) in the reduction of recurrence incidence in laparoscopic percutaneous...

Social injustice symposium: Urban, rural, and global disparities in access to care

Background: Barriers in access to pediatric surgical care are common in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), but also exist in high-income...

Age-dependent early complications of hypospadias repair: a single institutional experience

Abstract Purpose To correlate age at hypospadias repair with early post-operative complications and highlight need for adaptation to...

Impact of insertion site on complications in central venous access devices

Abstract Purpose There is still debate over the safest route for the placement of long-term central venous access devices. The aim of this study...

Incidence and antiviral treatment of cytomegalovirus infection in infants with biliary atresia

Abstract Purpose Patients with biliary atresia (BA) and cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection may have poorer outcomes after Kasai portoenterostomy...

Evaluation of renal oxygenation by near-infrared spectroscopy during endoscopic injection of bulking agents in children with vesicoureteral reflux

Abstract Background Near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is the measuring of regional tissue oxygenation (rSO2) by interpreting oxyhemoglobin and...

Predictive factors of bowel resection for midgut volvulus based on an analysis of bi-center experiences in southern Japan

Abstract Purpose Midgut volvulus is an urgent disease often occurring in neonates. This study clarified the clinical features of midgut volvulus...

The utility of sonographic signs to diagnose simple and complicated appendicitis in children

Abstract Background Acute appendicitis is classified into simple (SA) and complicated (CA). Ultrasound scans (USS) can be useful in clinically...

Laparoscopic versus open Kasai procedure for biliary atresia: long-term results of a randomized clinical trial

Abstract Purpose The role of the laparoscopic approach for the Kasai procedure in the management of biliary atresia is still controversial. The...

Adolescent experiences of the safe surgical checklist and surgical care processes

Abstract Purpose To explore the perceptions, satisfaction, and needs of adolescent surgical patients with their perioperative pathway, including...

Clinical features of patients who underwent anoplasty for cloacal exstrophy and their functional outcomes: the results of a nationwide survey in Japan

Abstract Purpose This study was performed to clarify the clinical features of cloacal exstrophy (CE) patients who underwent anoplasty and their...

Outcome of redo orchidopexy after previous laparoscopic orchidopexy

Abstract Purpose Testicular reascent is a recognised complication of orchidopexy, and redo surgery may be required. In this report, we present our...

Correction to: Surgical management strategy of alimentary tract duplication involving the rectum in children

Operative techniques and long-term outcomes of hypospadias repair in the absence of preputial skin after neonatal circumcision

Purpose: To present the results of hypospadias repair in the absence of preputial skin following neonatal circumcision, and the analyses of...

Management of pediatric blunt abdominal trauma with split liver or spleen injuries: a retrospective study

Abstract Background Blunt abdominal trauma is a prevailing cause of pediatric morbidity and mortality. It constitutes the most frequent type of...

Biocompatible dressing for pediatric hypospadias repair

Abstract Purpose The search for an ideal Hypospadias repair dressing continues. We aimed to develop a hypoallergenic optimized biocompatible...

Prenatal diagnosis at different gestational times and clinical features of choledochal cysts: a single tertiary center report

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the effect of prenatal diagnosis at different gestational times on the clinical features of patients...

Genetics of Hirschsprung’s disease

Abstract Hirschsprung’s disease (HSCR) is a classical model of enteric neuropathy, occurring in approximately 2–2.8 in 10,000 newborns. It is the...

Clinical Assessment of Late Health Outcomes in Survivors of Wilms Tumor

Objectives: We aimed to clinically characterize the health, neurocognitive, and physical function outcomes of curative treatment of Wilms...

Laparoscopic percutaneous closure of patent processus vaginalis without hydrocelectomy for childhood primary hydrocele

Abstract Purpose To present our surgical technique and the outcome of single-incision laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (SILPEC)...

Does protocol miconazole administration improve mortality and morbidity on surgical necrotizing enterocolitis?

Abstract Purpose Our previous clinical pilot study reported that miconazole (MCZ) prevented morbidity from surgical necrotizing enterocolitis...

Glans dehiscence after severe hypospadias repair. Is it a real complication? Clues from a study in post-pubertal patients

Abstract Introduction Glans dehiscence (GD) is reportedly a common complication after proximal hypospadias repairs. However, the need for surgical...

Customized postoperative therapy improves bile drainage in biliary atresia: A single center preliminary report

Background: Controversies in management of biliary atresia (BA) after hepatoportoenterostomy (HPE) lead to variable treatment protocols. We...

The understated issue of caregiver anxiety for pediatric surgical hospital admissions: opening the blindfolds

Abstract Key message Hospitalization is a nerve-wrecking experience for patients and their families (Lam et al. in Int J Nurs Stud 43:535–545,...

Image Guided Surgery Video Series, Episode 4 - Pulmonary Cases

We’re back with the fourth episode of our image guided surgery video series! In this episode we're discussing different pulmonary cases in hybrid...

Primary anastomosis is the preferred surgical approach for proximal intestinal atresia: a retrospective 20-year analysis

Abstract Purpose We aimed to compare the outcomes of primary anastomosis (PA) and enterostomy as treatments for intestinal atresia in neonates to...

Angiographic patterns of portal venous system in children with extrahepatic portal hypertension and its etiological and clinical relevance

Abstract Purpose To study the relationship between the angiographic pattern of extrahepatic portal vein obstruction (EHPVO) and its etiology and...

A nomogram for the preoperative estimation of neuroblastoma risk despite inadequate biopsy information

Abstract Background and purpose If the preoperative pathological information is inadequate, a risk classification may not be able to be determined...

Severity and prevalence of ankyloglossia-associated breastfeeding symptoms: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Aim: To evaluate breastfeeding symptoms associated with ankyloglossia/tongue-tie.Methods: Databases included PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web...

Analysis of the potential risk factors for defecation problems and their bowel management based on the long-term bowel function in patients with persistent cloaca: results of a nationwide survey in Japan

Abstract Aim of the study We conducted a nationwide survey of persistent cloaca (PC) to determine its current status in Japan. This study...

Gastroschisis in Mozambique: current status and priorities for improving care from Hospital Central de Maputo, the largest and referral hospital of the country

Abstract Purpose Historically, gastroschisis was considered a death sentence in Mozambique. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the current...

‘Cut and push’ as an alternative to endoscopic retrieval of PEG type gastrostomy tubes

Abstract Purpose Percutaneous Endoscopically placed Gastrostomy (PEG) tubes are frequently used in children. The traditional endoscopic method to...

Delayed versus early repair of inguinal hernia in preterm infants: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Objectives: To evaluate the clinical outcomes of herniotomy in preterm infants undergoing early versus delayed repair, the risk factors for...

Lauromacrogol foam injection under ultrasonic guidance for pediatric lip venous malformations

Abstract Objective To evaluate the efficacy and safety of lauromacrogol foam sclerotherapy in the treatment of children with lip venous...

Case-Based Journal Review: Gastroschisis in 2022

Dr. José Campos is back, this time helping us review some of the latest literature on the management of gastroschisis in children. In this...