Enhanced recovery after surgery among adolescents undergoing bariatric surgery.

abstract：:Slipping rib syndrome (SRS) is an under-diagnosed cause of intermittent, yet often debilitating lower rib and abdominal pain. SRS is caused by a hypermobility of the anterior false ribs that allows the 8th-10th ribs to slip or click as the cartilaginous rib tip abuts or slips under the rib above. Pain occurs from impi...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： McMahon LE

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Children with anorectal malformations (ARMs) constitute a significant group within a pediatric surgery practice. In females, the most common ARM is an imperforate anus with a rectovestibular fistula, followed by an imperforate anus with a rectoperineal fistula and then cloacal anomalies. Some malformations, such as an...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Breech L

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The field of intestinal transplantation has experienced dramatic growth since the first reported cases 3 decades ago. Improvements in operative technique, donor assessment and immunosuppressive protocols have afforded children who suffer from life-threatening complications of intestinal failure a chance at long-term s...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Soltys KA,Bond G,Sindhi R,Rassmussen SK,Ganoza A,Khanna A,Mazariegos G

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After a diagnosis of omphalocele during pregnancy, questions regarding long-term prognosis are of primary importance for parents. It is imperative that their questions are answered with substantiated data to promote confident decisions for their children. They frequently express concerns regarding long-term survival, ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Baerg JE,Munoz AN

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in technology have brought about the wide variety of imaging modalities that are presently available. The development of digital subtraction angiography, computed tomography, ultrasonography, and magnetic resonance imaging have had a particular impact on vascular imaging. These modalities, general principles ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Meyer JS,Fellows KE

更新日期：1994-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastrointestinal motility disorders can develop in neurologically impaired children and those with congenital malformations of the gut. It is characterized by moderate to severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and failure to thrive. Antral dysmotility after fundoplication and increased sympathetic over activity are 2 factor...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Carachi R,Currie JM,Steven M

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In dealing with conjoined twins, we have adopted a pragmatic approach in balancing what is possible, parental wishes and the likely outcome for the children. We believe that separation where feasible should be undertaken but appreciate that a few parents may wish their children to remain joined. The advice that we giv...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Spitz L

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disorders of sexual development (DSDs) are relatively rare congenital conditions in which the development of the chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomic sex is atypical. Some conditions may not manifest until puberty or adulthood. The examination and workup of either an infant or an older patient with suspected DSD should b...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： McCracken KA,Fallat ME

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The spectrum of complications associated with congenital lung malformation is wide. They can range from fetal hydrops in utero to postnatal problems of ventilation, obstruction and infection; presentation may occur from the neonatal period to adulthood. Many lesions will remain asymptomatic while at the other end of t...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Fowler DJ,Gould SJ

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management of overgrowth syndromes with complex vascular anomalies is challenging. Careful analysis of the various clinical features by an interdisciplinary team of physicians experienced in this field is paramount to proper diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. In this article, we focus on the spectrum of the clinic...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Uller W,Fishman SJ,Alomari AI

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are many clinical situations of concern that may be unique to pediatric anesthesiologists. The author discusses four of the more common presentations: asthma, cystic fibrosis, anterior mediastinal masses, and latex allergy. Many such issues can be resolved before surgery by consultation with members of the opera...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Shapiro JH

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nutritional management of infants and children differs from that of adults because of the extra requirements for growth and the limitations of physiological immaturity. Although parenteral nutrition (PN) is an accepted practice and a potentially life-saving therapy for pediatric patients who cannot be fed through thei...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Wesley JR,Coran AG

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Until the 1970s, bladder exstrophy was a frequently fatal birth defect that, at the very least, conferred a shortened life span with devastating consequences for afflicted patients. Beginning with the modern era of surgical management, survival has become routine, and now the focus is on optimizing a near-normal retur...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Purves JT

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Developmental psychopathology is common in children with exstrophy. It may be mild or severe, and it may persist or transform as the child grows. The pediatric urologist is ideally situated to identify signs or symptoms of early developmental psychopathology in these children. Presented in this article are techniques ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Reiner WG

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article is designed to help the nonradiologist to form a logical imaging plan when presented with a diagnostic dilemma involving the pelvis of a young female. Common presenting problems are grouped under the categories of fetus, neonate and infant, child, and adolescent. Ultrasound is frequently the initial, and ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Barnewolt CE

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increase in multiple gestation pregnancies has resulted in significant health care implications for both mother and child. Our ability to diagnose and intervene on an at-risk multi-gestation pregnancy has dramatically improved. It is important for the pediatric surgeon to be equipped with a basic fund of knowledge...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Marwan AI,Zaretsky M,Feltis B

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a congenital anomaly consisting of a posterolateral defect in the diaphragm also known as a Bochdalek hernia. It occurs in 1 in 2000 to 3000 newborns and is associated with a variable degree of pulmonary hypoplasia (PH) and persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPH). Despite remar...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Keijzer R,Puri P

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in molecular biological techniques have increased our capability to distinguish the small differences in gene expression between subpopulations of cells found within specific tissues or tumor isolates. We use subtractive hybridization or subtractive cloning to generate information regarding genes that ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Swendeman SL,La Quaglia MP

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Appendectomy has been the standard of care for appendicitis since the late 1800s, and remains one of the most common operations performed in children. The advent of data-driven medicine has led to questions about every aspect of the operation-whether appendectomy is even necessary, when it should be performed (timing)...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： St Peter SD,Snyder CL

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Soft tissue sarcomas of childhood are a heterogenous group of tumors with a wide spectrum of presentations and outcomes. Most patients require multimodal therapy with chemotherapy, surgery and/or radiation. Improved outcomes in recent decades have been achieved through improvements in the comprehensive care of these c...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Lautz TB,Hayes-Jordan A

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After surgery for Hirschsprungs disease, most children thrive, have few if any episodes of abdominal distention and enterocolitis, and are fecally continent. However, there exists a small group of patients who do not do well. Either they suffer from persistent distension and enterocolitis or they experience soiling af...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Levitt MA,Dickie B,Peña A

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neuroblastoma is a heterogenous disease, with solid tumors arising in the adrenal gland or paraspinal regions in young children. Neuroblastoma is unique, with varied presentation and prognosis based on primary location and tumor stage. Tumor behavior and response to treatment ranges from spontaneous regression to diss...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Olecki E,Grant CN

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Management strategies for infants with very low birth weight (VLBW) who have abdominal wall defects essentially are the same as for those in larger infants. The authors favor primary closure in infants with gastroschisis, and have achieved this goal in 91% of infants since 1985. Treatment of infants with omphalocele i...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Reynolds M

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most children with short bowel syndrome experience spontaneous small bowel adaptation over time. This allows the majority to be weaned from parenteral nutrition. There are, however, some children who cannot be weaned and are potential candidates for techniques to promote intestinal adaptation and intestinal lengthenin...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Vernon AH,Georgeson KE

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The optimal surgical care of patients with imperforate anus begins with appropriate decision making in the critical newborn period. In most cases the decision to create a colostomy should be delayed until the infant is 18 to 24 hours old. Except in cases of a rectoperineal fistula, most neonates are best treated with ...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Shaul DB,Harrison EA

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence and prevalence of childhood-onset inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including subtypes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, have risen dramatically in recent years, and have emerged globally as important pediatric chronic diseases. Therefore, health care providers are more frequently encountering ver...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Nasiri S,Kuenzig ME,Benchimol EI

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Telemedicine, the remote diagnosis and treatment of patients by means of technology, provides an alternative means for patients to gain access to health care services. Telemedicine is a general term that includes the use of various communication technologies, including telephone, email, or videoconferencing. Telemedic...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Lesher AP,Shah SR

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Focal developmental malformations of the lung are a heterogeneous group of lesions that display a variety of features. They often are thought to be quite distinct entities, but there is considerable overlap among these lesions. Both standard nomenclature and common usage do not identify clearly the components of these...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Langston C

更新日期：2003-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review of parathyroid surgery in children will briefly discuss parathyroid gland embryology and anatomy before focusing on the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and treatment of hyperparathyroidism in children. Hyperparathyroidism (HPT) is the overproduction of PTH and it is rare in children, with an incide...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Burke JF,Chen H,Gosain A

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Omphalomesenteric duct malformations comprise a wide spectrum of anatomic structures and associated symptoms (or no symptoms). They may range from a completely patent omphalomesenteric duct at the umbilicus to a variety of lesser remnants including cysts, fibrous cords connecting the umbilicus to the distal ileum, gra...

journal_title：Seminars in pediatric surgery

authors： Moore TC

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00