Pure calcium carbonate gallstones in a two year old in association with prenatal calcium supplementation.

abstract：:Because postoperative apnea and bradycardia in premature infants following inguinal herniorrhaphy remains a concern, outpatient repair has not been recommended. We have been performing outpatient inguinal herniorrhaphy in premature infants and the present study reviews our experience. Between 1985 and 1990, 1,294 outp...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Melone JH,Schwartz MZ,Tyson KR,Marr CC,Greenholz SK,Taub JE,Hough VJ

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The risk factors for recurrent appendicitis in pediatric patients are unclear. This study aimed to identify the predictive factors for recurrent appendicitis in pediatric patients who initially underwent successful non-operative management of uncomplicated appendicitis. METHODS:Potential predictive factors ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Koike Y,Uchida K,Matsushita K,Otake K,Nakazawa M,Inoue M,Kusunoki M,Tsukamoto Y

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a rare complication that occurs after liver transplantation: however, it cannot be ignored as a cause of graft loss and death. We herein report a pediatric case of PVT that caused a fatty change in the graft after living donor liver transplantation. The portal vein was successfully reco...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ogita K,Taguchi T,Soejima Y,Ieiri S,Katsura S,Takada N,Matsuura T,Yoshizumi T,Shimada M,Maehara Y,Suita S

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The nervi erigentes in high- and intermediate-type male anorectal malformation (ARM) runs a relatively medial course and is vulnerable in sacro-perineal dissection. These types of ARM are also associated with a high frequency of sacral anomaly, and sexual problems may be expected. However, sexual fun...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Konuma K,Ikawa H,Kohno M,Okamoto S,Masuyama H,Fukumoto H

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The treatment of northern aboriginal children (NAC) is often complicated by distance from a treating facility. We sought to compare outcomes of NAC requiring transfer with appendicitis to those who presented locally. We hypothesized that NAC with appendicitis experienced higher rates of perforation and incre...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Beres A,Al-Abbad S,Puligandla PS

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study reviews our experience from 1977 to 1991 with 32 children born with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula (EA-TEF) who later underwent surgery for severe tracheomalacia. Indications for surgery included dying spells (21), inability to extubate the airway (nasotracheal tube 5, tracheotomy 3), and ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Filler RM,Messineo A,Vinograd I

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:From 1980 to 1994, the authors treated 65 cases of esophageal atresia (with or without tracheoesophageal fistula). Among these patients, 15 (23%) underwent pure proximal circular myotomies and five (8%) underwent both proximal and distal circular myotomies. Of the latter five cases, three were Gross type C and two wer...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Lai JY,Sheu JC,Chang PY,Yeh ML,Chang CY,Chen CC

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Our approach to full-thickness anorectal prolapse has transitioned to laparoscopic suture rectopexy (LSRP). The purpose of this study was to describe the indications, technique, and postoperative outcomes for LSRP. METHODS:Rectopexy was performed using 3 or 4 laparoscopic ports. Redundant rectum was...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Potter DD,Bruny JL,Allshouse MJ,Narkewicz MR,Soden JS,Partrick DA

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ultrasound is a noninvasive imaging method used widely in urachal diagnostics. This study investigated the effectiveness of ultrasonography in correctly depicting urachal anomalies in children. METHODS:Preoperative ultrasound findings of all patients who were operated on for suspected urachal anomalies betw...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Widni EE,Höllwarth ME,Haxhija EQ

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carcinoma of the breast in the child is a rare pathologic entity, constitutes less than 1% of all breast lesions in this age group. The case of a girl with a left breast mass first noticed at 4.5 years of age is presented. An eccentric subareolar mass was excised at 6 years of age, sparing her breast bud. This biopsy ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ferguson TB Jr,McCarty KS Jr,Filston HC

更新日期：1987-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of using saline infusion to lengthen small bowel while preserving intestinal enzymatic function. METHODS:Male Sprague-Dawley rats had a 3-cm jejunal segment taken out of continuity. A catheter was inserted in the proximal end, and the distal end was...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Puapong DP,Wu BM,Lam MM,Atkinson JB,Dunn JC

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Intraabdominal abscesses are a common complication after appendectomy, especially in children. In this study, we describe the incidence and course of this complication in relation to the cultured pathogens found in intraabdominal abscesses. METHODS:The charts of all patients between 1 and 18 years of age ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Leeuwenburgh MM,Monpellier V,Vlaminckx BJ,Go PM

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Diagnosis and management of the acute abdomen in patients with spina bifida (SB) can be problematic. There are at least 4 clinical factors that can predispose to the development of acute abdominal symptoms and signs, and patients with a thoracic level lesion can have a partially insensate abdomen. Th...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Worley G,Wiener JS,George TM,Fuchs HE,Mackey JF,Fitch RD,Oldham KT

更新日期：2001-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:New techniques of 2-D sonography and radionucleotide Disofenin scanning allowed noninvasive evaluation of thoracoomphalopagus Siamese twins and successful separation at four days of age. Twin girls joined at the lower sternum and upper abdomen and weighing 15 lbs, were transferred at five hours of age after caesarian-...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Miller D,Colombani P,Buck JR,Dudgeon DL,Haller JA Jr

更新日期：1983-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two cases of infantile dumping syndrome which developed following Nissen fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux are described. Both infants were fed postoperatively via a gastrostomy and showed the typical clinical picture of dumping with failure to thrive, intermittent diarrhea, lethargy and pallor postprandially...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Hirsig J,Baals H,Tuchschmid P,Spitz L,Stauffer UG

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report our initial experience and describe the operative technique used in three patients who underwent laparoscopic splenectomy for hematologic disorders between September 1991 and February 1992. No early or late complications have been found at an average follow-up of 9 months. All have remained asymptomatic and ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tulman S,Holcomb GW 3rd,Karamanoukian HL,Reynhout J

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The inguinoscrotal stage of testicular descent is characterized by an increase in cell density and collagen fibers as the gubernaculum undergoes cell division and increases Extracellular Matrix (ECM) activity. Rats that lack the enzyme Adamts16, a known ECM proteinase, develop cryptorchidism postnatally and ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Sarila G,Bao T,Abeydeera SA,Li R,Mell B,Joe B,Catubig A,Hutson J

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Loss of a retrieval line for repeated esophageal dilations for caustic esophageal stricture may result in inability to dilate these strictures. We describe a simple means for retrieving such a line once it has been removed. ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mercer CD,Hall SF,Kerr JW

更新日期：1988-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Long-term sequelae caused by associated anomalies or respiratory and gastrointestinal disorders are common after the repair of esophageal atresia (EA). The aim of this study was to assess the effect of these sequelae on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of patients with EA. METHODS:A questi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Koivusalo A,Pakarinen MP,Turunen P,Saarikoski H,Lindahl H,Rintala RJ

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Kasai operation for biliary atresia (BA) and living-related liver transplantation (LRLT) for failed Kasai cases have been performed by the same team in our hospital. Outcome of the treatment for BA in the pretransplantation and posttransplantation era in our institution were compared. As the "pre" group, 35 children f...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Inomata Y,Oike F,Okamoto S,Uemoto S,Asonuma K,Egawa H,Kiuchi T,Okajima H,Tanaka K

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seventy-two new cases of Hirschsprung's disease were seen between 1980 and 1985. Twenty-six patients (36%) developed the clinical features of enterocolitis and, of nine patients who died, colitis was the immediate cause of death in six. Histologic material was available from 20 patients with colitis; this showed nonsp...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Brearly S,Armstrong GR,Nairn R,Gornall P,Currie AB,Buick RG,Corkery JJ

更新日期：1987-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We previously demonstrated that patients with pectus excavatum (PE) have significantly decreased chest wall motion at the pectus defect compared with the rest of the chest vs unaffected individuals and use abdominal respiratory contributions to compensate for decreased upper chest wall motion. We hypothesize th...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Redlinger RE Jr,Wootton A,Kelly RE,Nuss D,Goretsky M,Kuhn MA,Obermeyer RJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The overwhelming burden of pediatric surgical need in humanitarian settings has prompted mutual interest between humanitarian organizations and pediatric surgeons. To assess adequate fit, we correlated pediatric surgery fellowship case mix and load with acute pediatric surgical relief efforts in conflict a...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Traynor MD Jr,Trelles M,Hernandez MC,Dominguez LB,Kushner AL,Rivera M,Zielinski MD,Moir CR

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Experimental tracheal ligation (CDH + TL) has been shown to reverse the profound lung hypoplasia associated with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and to normalize gas exchange. The aim of this study was to determine whether this experimental therapy would correct the surfactant deficiency present in t...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： O'Toole SJ,Sharma A,Karamanoukian HL,Holm B,Azizkhan RG,Glick PL

更新日期：1996-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Gastric outlet obstruction (GOO) may be caused by various congenital and acquired conditions in children. The authors report 11 cases of GOO caused by muscular hypertrophy of the pylorus, which was proven histologically in 7. They describe this entity as "late-onset hypertrophic pyloric stenosis ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Boybeyi O,Karnak I,Ekinci S,Ciftci AO,Akçören Z,Tanyel FC,Senocak ME

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), originally known to stimulate hepatocyte DNA synthesis, also has been shown to stimulate growth of intestinal epithelial cells in vitro. The authors recently demonstrated that HGF can dramatically increase substrate absorption beyond the normal adaptive response after ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Kato Y,Yu D,Schwartz MZ

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The authors report the use of absorbable mesh closure with subsequent skin graft or skin flap coverage for giant ruptured omphalocele. METHODS:Retrospective review of a single surgeon's experience was conducted from 1996 through 2001. RESULTS:Four infants were identified presenting an average of 4 weeks prema...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bawazir OA,Wong A,Sigalet DL

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to compare outcomes between early and delayed surgical correction of malrotation in children with critical congenital heart disease (CHD). METHODS:Patients with CHD who underwent cardiac surgery by 1 year of age and had malrotation diagnosed during their initial admission at 34 ho...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Sulkowski JP,Cooper JN,Duggan EM,Balci O,Anandalwar S,Blakely ML,Heiss K,Rangel SJ,Minneci PC,Deans KJ

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report on two adults who had jejunal dilatation after having had resection for jejunal atresia in the neonatal period. Both patients presented 20 years after the initial procedure, with severe iron deficiency anemia, marked jejunal dilatation proximal to the old anastomotic site (which was not narrowed), a...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Carmon M,Krauss M,Aufses AH Jr,Katz LB

更新日期：1994-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The value of performing Nissen fundoplication in neurologically impaired children is a controversial issue. To evaluate the benefit of fundoplication in these children, hospital records were reviewed for 77 children who underwent fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux (GER). Fifty-two children were neurologically ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Rice H,Seashore JH,Touloukian RJ

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00