To save a child's spleen: 50 years from Toronto to ATOMAC.

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Femoral herniae are uncommon in children and easily misdiagnosed. To evaluate performance with femoral hernia in children, the authors reviewed their experience for the past two decades. METHODS:All patients under 15 years of age with femoral hernia (January 1977 to January 1998) were reviewed. Age,...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Al-Shanafey S,Giacomantonio M

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:There is currently no unified view regarding whether liver transplantation or splenectomy should be performed for hypersplenism before liver transplantation in biliary atresia (BA) patients. We herein describe the efficacy of splenectomy before liver transplantation. METHODS:Splenectomy was performe...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Takahashi Y,Matsuura T,Yanagi Y,Yoshimaru K,Taguchi T

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to report the clinical presentation, mode of diagnosis, and treatment of patients with anterior urethral valves (AUV), a rare congenital anomaly causing infravesical obstruction in children. METHODS:Three patients with anterior urethral valves were admitted in the Pediatric Urology Un...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Zia-ul-Miraj M

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case report of a 3-year-old girl with Kabuki make-up syndrome (KMS) associated with anovestibular fistula is presented. To our knowledge, 62 patients with KMS have been reported in the literature, three of whom were described as having an anorectal anomaly. Including the present patient, all four KMS patients were f...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Matsumura M,Yamada R,Kitani Y,Nishi T,Yamamoto H,Oahama Y,Kuroki Y

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) results in significant morbidity and mortality in pediatric trauma victims. The objective of this study was to determine risk factors and outcomes specifically related to pediatric trauma-associated ARDS (PT-ARDS). METHODS:A retrospective cohort (2007-2014)...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： de Roulet A,Burke RV,Lim J,Papillon S,Bliss DW,Ford HR,Upperman JS,Inaba K,Jensen AR

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Octreotide is used as a second-line treatment for hyerinsulinemic hypoglycemia in neonates who do not respond to diazoxide. We present a case of a full-term newborn with massive enterocolitis that developed after octreotide was started for the treatment of refractory hypoglycemia. Multiple intestinal resections were n...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Reck-Burneo CA,Parekh A,Velcek FT

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Rapid sequence intubation (RSI) drugs, such as propofol, affect clinical outcomes, but this has not been examined in the pediatric population. This descriptive study compares the outcomes associated with intubation drugs used in pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients. METHODS:A retrospective chart rev...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mudri M,Williams A,Priestap F,Davidson J,Merritt N

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate the safety, feasibility, and complications of pancreatectomies for pediatric pancreatic tumors. METHODS:The medical records of pancreatectomy patients from January 2007 to January 2018 were retrospectively analyzed for perioperative factors and complications. Patients were divided into pancre...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Cheng H,Yang S,Ren Q,Yang W,Han W,Chang X,Zhu Z,Qin H,Wang H

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 5-month-old boy presented with bilateral hydroceles since birth and right leg edema. An ultrasound of the pelvis showed a 4-cm cystic mass that was diagnosed as a teratoma or cystic hygroma. Magnetic resonance imaging was performed, which showed a dumbbell shaped contiguous, fluid filled mass extending intraabdomina...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Krasna IH,Solomon M,Mezrich R

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate postoperative anal function of high-type imperforate anus after laparoscopically assisted anorectoplasty (LAARP). METHODS:Between 2000 and 2002, LAARP was performed in 13 patients with high-type imperforate anus. Clinical data of the LAARP group were compared with the post...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Kudou S,Iwanaka T,Kawashima H,Uchida H,Nishi A,Yotsumoto K,Kaneko M

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary graft failure and vascular thromboses are frequent complications of liver transplantation, yet the mechanisms responsible remain unclear. Previous work from our laboratory has shown that hepatic reperfusion injury results in damage at the microvessel level. The present study was performed to determine whether ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Yahanda AM,Paidas CN,Clemens MG

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite trauma being the most common cause of pediatric pancreatitis, the diagnosis and management is often difficult. METHODS:The hospital course, diagnostic and surgical procedures, and complications for all children with traumatic pancreatitis evaluated at a Regional Level I Trauma Center were reviewed r...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Firstenberg MS,Volsko TA,Sivit C,Stallion A,Dudgeon DL,Grisoni ER

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Few studies have focused on the behavior of rhabdoid tumor (RT) in the fetus and neonate. The purpose of this review is to show that perinatal RTs are associated with unusual findings and a poor prognosis. METHODS:The author conducted a 40-year systematic review of the literature. Clinical presentation, pathol...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Isaacs H Jr

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 13-year-old child was admitted with abdominal pain suggesting acute appendicitis, but with some atypical findings. A computed tomography scan showed an inflamed appendix and fecalith in the central abdomen, and malrotation. These striking images both established the diagnoses and were useful in planning the operativ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Vechvitvarakul S,Harris BH

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Solitary nonparasitic cyst of the liver (SNPCL) is rare in children. Although there are several hypotheses regarding the pathogenesis, the true origin of SNPCL remains unknown. The authors present an infant with a huge SNPCL in whom the epithelial markers, CA19-9, DU-PAN-2, and SPan-1, were elevated in the serum and c...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Otani Y,Takayasu H,Ishimaru Y,Okamura K,Yamagishi J,Ikeda H

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Liver transplantation is now an established technique to treat children with end-stage liver disease. Implantation of left lateral segment grafts (Couidaud's segments II and III) can be a problem in small infants because of a large-for-size graft. Reduced left lateral segmental liver transplantation has been recently ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Kasahara M,Fukuda A,Yokoyama S,Sato S,Tanaka H,Kuroda T,Honna T

更新日期：2008-08-01 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：BACKGROUND:A significant number of children with short bowel syndrome experience intestinal failure-associated liver disease. We recently demonstrated accelerated hepatic steatosis after 50% small bowel resection (SBR) in mice. Since SBR is associated with alterations in the gut microbiome, the purpose of this study wa...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Barron LK,Bao JW,Aladegbami BG,Colasanti JJ,Guo J,Erwin CR,Warner BW

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to determine long-term results of intestinal transplantation in children with pseudo-obstruction, particularly when stomach and colon are not part of the allograft. METHODS:The authors conducted a case-record review of all children who underwent transplantation at our center for a pri...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Iyer K,Kaufman S,Sudan D,Horslen S,Shaw B,Fox I,Langnas A

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Best results in experimental tracheal allotransplantation are obtained when metachronous revascularization by omentopexy and immunosuppression are used. Nevertheless, this method of revascularization implies in a 4-day period of ischemia to the graft. The aim of this study was to assess the influence...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Maksoud-Filho JG,Rodrigues CJ,Tannuri U,Maksoud JG

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Currently, the reason for hepatobiliary dysfunction associated with long-term total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is much debated and still unclear. No agreement can be achieved about whether bacteriotoxins and sepsis, enteral starvation, consequences of abdominal operations, or the TPN solution itself ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Loff S,Waag KL,Kränzlin B,Zovko D,Dzakovic A,Jester I,Wirth H,Wessel L

更新日期：1998-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatic artery injuries sustained as a result of blunt abdominal trauma are rare. This case represents the first reported hepatic artery transection and the second hepatic artery injury described in children. Hepatic artery injuries are associated with high mortality, and their management is complex and controversial....

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Miglietta MA,Moore JA,Bernstein MP,Frangos SG,Ginsburg H,Pachter HL

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over 200 cases of colonic hemangioma have been reported, with more than 50% occurring in the rectosigmoid. These benign vascular neoplasms usually present in childhood, often with life-threatening hemorrhage. Lack of awareness of the condition continues to lead to errors in diagnosis and management, and may contribute...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Corbally MT,McMullin JP

更新日期：1988-11-01 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：:Kawasaki disease (KD) often presents with a challenging variety of clinical symptoms. Severe gastrointestinal complications are rare and mainly appear as pseudo-obstruction. However, the authors report the unique case of a 4-month-old girl with KD suffering from a mechanical ileus. The optimal timing of surgery presen...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Krohn C,Till H,Haraida S,Kurnik K,Boehm R,Grantzow R,Joppich I

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Esophageal resection or replacement has become the standard therapy for severe esophageal strictures chiefly because less aggressive methods generally have failed. We hereby report our experience with 12 consecutive infants and children who have been managed successfully by means of Stamm gastrostomy and string-guided...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gandhi RP,Cooper A,Barlow BA

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two infants are described who presented in the neonatal period with a direct hyperbilirubinemia. This was initially presumed to be because of the diagnosis of gastroschisis and the prolonged use of parenteral nutrition. However, both infants were eventually found to have an associated choledochal cyst. The cases are a...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Serber J,Stranzinger E,Geiger JD,Teitelbaum DH

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A simple technical detail in placing the upper pouch holding suture to facilitate proximal segment mobilization in esophageal atresia is described. The suture is passed through both walls of the upper segment and the tip of the Foley catheter. If circular myotomy is needed, the Foley catheter balloon is inflated to fi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Lindahl H

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cryoanalgesia prevents pain by freezing the affected peripheral nerve. We report the use of intraoperative cryoanalgesia during the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum and describe our initial experience, modifications of technique, and lessons learned. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed the ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Graves C,Idowu O,Lee S,Padilla B,Kim S

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Mesenchymal hamartoma (MH) of the liver is thought to develop from the ductal plates of the prenatal liver. This immunohistochemical study was performed to gain insight into the pathophysiology of its development. METHODS:Specimens from four MHs with adjacent liver, in one case from a biopsy and fro...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： von Schweinitz D,Dammeier BG,Glüer S

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00