Late-onset vital complication after the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum.

abstract：:Adrenal cysts (AC) are rare, particularly in the newborn period. Almost all ACs in newborns were diagnosed on exploratory laparotomy or at autopsy. We report a newborn with an AC that was diagnosed after an exploratory laparotomy due to its rare presentation. This case shows that ACs should be considered in the differ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Içağasioğlu D,Caksen H,Yildiz E,Koçyiğit C,Cevit O

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is an accepted form of treatment in managing complex wounds in adults and children. It is not as widely used in the neonatal population due to limited clinical experience. We describe the application of the RENASYS™ system (Smith and Nephew, UK) in delivering NPWT to four neonate...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Choi WW,McBride CA,Kimble RM

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a gastrointestinal disease of complex etiology resulting in devastating systemic inflammation and often death in premature newborns. We previously demonstrated that formula feeding inhibits ileal expression of heat shock protein-70 (Hsp70), a critical stress protein within ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Rentea RM,Guo Y,Zhu X,Musch MW,Chang EB,Gourlay DM,Liedel JL

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients who presented with a history of right inguinal hernia and a third with an impalpable left testis were found to have transverse testicular ectopia. Both testes were fixed in their own scrotum, through a modified Ombredanne operation in two patients and a subdartos pouch in one. ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Al-Samarrai AY,Al-Bassam AR,Al-Wattar Q

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Esophageal hiatal hernias (EHH) are probably caused by congenital, traumatic, or iatrogenic factors, although the etiology remains unknown. EHHs may develop after abdominal wall closure for omphalocele or gastroschisis due to the increased intra-abdominal pressure, however, there have been few reports in the literatur...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Wang ZQ,Todani T,Watanabe Y,Toki A,Sato Y,Ogura K,Yamamoto S

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a bellwether for a country's ability to care for sick newborns. We aim to review the existing literature from low- and middle-income countries in regard to management of those newborns and the possible approaches to improve their outcomes. METHODS:A review of the existing Eng...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Alslaim HS,Banooni AB,Shaltaf A,Novotny NM

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy was reported to be a safe and feasible procedure in infant with biliary atresia. We aimed to investigate the long-term results after laparoscopic portoenterostomy as such data in the literature are lacking. METHODS:Sixteen infants underwent laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostom...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Chan KW,Lee KH,Tsui SY,Wong YS,Pang KY,Mou JW,Tam YH

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Neuroblastoma is a biological, genetic and morphological heterogeneous tumor with a variable clinical course. NCAM is a cell adhesion molecule belonging to the immunoglobulin superfamily with structural similarities to cell adhesion molecule L1. The aim of this study was to determine the expression of NCAM in n...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Wachowiak R,Rawnaq T,Metzger R,Quaas A,Fiegel H,Kähler N,Rolle U,Izbicki JR,Kaifi J,Till H

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the pediatric population, rectal injuries usually occur as a result of motor vehicle collisions. There has been an increased interest in selective diversion of rectal injuries in adults and increased utilization of laparoscopy both as a diagnostic and therapeutic adjunct. The aim of the study was to review our inst...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Bonnard A,Zamakhshary M,Wales PW

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We review a single surgeon and surgical centre's experience with congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation of the lung (CCAML) in relation to clinical spectrum, operative experience, and postoperative course. A retrospective hospital record review was done on surgically treated cases of CCAML over a 10-year period, f...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Khosa JK,Leong SL,Borzi PA

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal neuronal dysplasia is a controversial form of dysganglionosis that has been described both as an isolated disorder and in association with Hirschsprung's disease. It has been blamed for the bad outcome of bowel function in patients operated on for Hirschsprung's disease. According to various authors, intest...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Meyrat BJ,Laurini RN

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent reports indicate that extracellular matrix and cytoskeleton plasmalemmal elements are altered in infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS). Desmin is a cytoskeletal protein that is important for the organization and function of muscular fibers. It has been found to be increased in the smooth muscle in chro...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Guarino N,Shima H,Puri P

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute abdomen is caused by a wide variety of etiologies, many of which require surgical intervention. Two boys were hospitalized for acute abdominal pain and low-grade fever. Physical examination revealed epigastric and right upper abdominal fullness, and laboratory studies showed elevated erythrocyte sedimentation ra...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Nagar H,Kessler A,Ben-Sira L,Klepikov I,Wiess J,Graif M

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Africa faces a triple burden of disease; HIV, tuberculosis and malaria. Despite this, its population is expected to double over the next 45 years. There is a dire shortage of medical specialists and many countries lack suitably qualified doctors to train medical specialists. Videoconferencing offers the opportunity to...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Hadley GP,Mars M

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The goal of this article is to review the status of cultured epithelial autografts in clinical practice with particular focus on the pediatric subset of patients. The current indications include massive deep burns (>60 - 70% total body surface area), resurfacing-type postburn scar revisions, and skin defect coverage f...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Meuli M,Raghunath M

更新日期：1997-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pediatric germ cell tumors comprise 1-3% of all malignant pediatric tumors and are found in variable locations. We present the case of a term 3.7 kg neonate who was found to have a giant liver mass at birth, later determined to be an immature teratoma arising from the hepatoduodenal ligament. This case report and imag...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： De Roo AC,Siddiqui S,Mychaliska GB

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since January 2006, robotic assistance has been used for performing minimal invasive laparoscopic fundoplications in children. These patients were compared with those operated on with either the open surgical technique or the laparoscopic procedure. The first six children operated on with a fundoplication using the op...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Anderberg M,Kockum CC,Arnbjörnsson E

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways are standard practice in adult specialties resulting in improved outcomes. It is unclear whether ERAS principles are applicable to Paediatric Surgery. We performed a scoping review to identify the extent to which ERAS has been used in Paediatric Surgery, the natur...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Pearson KL,Hall NJ

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perineal-mound (PMD) and genital-fold defects cause anorectal malformations (ARM) in both sexes. They are common in females and usually present as a low anomaly (except rectovestibular fistula). They are rare in males and present as an intermediate anomaly. A common embryological explanation for these defects with var...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Sharma AK,Goel D,Kothari SK

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A previous study documented the effects of maternal corticosteroid treatment on structural growth and functional development in fetal lungs associated with pathogenic conditions such as oligohydramnios using immunohistochemical and morphometric analyses. The purpose of the present study was to examine the effect of ma...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Asabe K,Oka Y,Kai H,Shirakusa T

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pharyngeal perforations are uncommon in children and are usually secondary to instrumentation or external penetrating injuries. A delay in management can lead to life-threatening complications such as retropharyngeal abscess, mediastinitis, and airway compromise. We report three children who had pharyngeal perforation...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Luqman Z,Khan MA,Nazir Z

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We investigated the relationship between the affected lobe and symptom onset in prenatally diagnosed congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM). METHODS:53 CPAM patients diagnosed prenatally were reviewed retrospectively by creating 2 groups according to symptom onset. Group Sneo: (symptomatic during the ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Sueyoshi R,Shibuya S,Ochi T,Okawada M,Miyano G,Koga H,Lane GJ,Yamataka A

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The morphogenesis of the external genitalia of human fetuses (16-250 mm crown-rump [CR] length, 6-26 weeks of gestation) obtained after medical termination of pregnancy were studied. Differential development (male/female) started after 50 mm CR length (9 weeks). At that time the external genitalia consisted of a cylin...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Ammini AC,Sabherwal U,Mukhopadhyay C,Vijayaraghavan M,Pandey J

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although delayed repair with preoperative stabilization using high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) has been advocated in neonates with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), improved survival has not been reported. We compared survival between neonates undergoing delayed repair after prolonged stabilization f...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Kamata S,Usui N,Ishikawa S,Okuyama H,Kitayama Y,Sawai T,Imura K,Okada A

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The embryogenesis of a previously unreported mesothelial pouch containing a Meckel's diverticulum is presented. ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Khatri HL,Singh RB,Sharma R,Aggarwal N,Singh K

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To assess the important factors for successful primary closure in staged reconstruction of bladder exstrophy, 25 patients (18 males, 7 females) underwent primary bladder closure during the years 1993-1997. Twenty-one were more than 72 h old; all of these underwent bilateral posterior iliac osteotomies followed by prim...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Kasat LS,Borwankar SS

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In contrast to adults, calcium carbonate gallstones are relatively common in children. Their pathogenesis is poorly understood. Cystic duct obstruction promotes calcium carbonate formation in bile and increases gallbladder mucin production. We tested the hypothesis that mucin producing epithelial cells would be increa...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Sayers C,Wyatt J,Soloway RD,Taylor DR,Stringer MD

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatogastric fistula secondary to amebic liver abscess is extremely rare. Only three pediatric cases have been reported in the English literature. Percutaneous drainage of abscess along with parenteral metronidazole can prevent the need for extensive surgical intervention. Timely intervention is usually followed by c...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Budhiraja S,Dhatt GS,Babra RS

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complete transposition of the penis and scrotum, or prepenile scrotum, is an uncommon congenital malformation. Concomitant genitourinary abnormalities, often life-threatening in nature, are frequently seen, and major malformations involving other organ systems may also be present. We report a newborn in whom complete ...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Chadha R,Mann V,Sharma A,Bagga D

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Surgical repair of pectus excavatum (PE) in childhood is a well-established procedure. Previously used operative techniques to correct PE were largely based on the Ravitch technique. Since about 10 years, the minimally invasive repair (MIRPE) by Nuss is well established. Conservative treatment with the vacuum...

journal_title：Pediatric surgery international

authors： Haecker FM

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00