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abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Primary hyperhidrosis affects 1%-3% of the general population, with increased incidence in teenagers, having an important impact in the quality of life. This study evaluates the efficacy and patients' satisfaction after bilateral thoracoscopic sympathotomy. METHODS:Retrospective analysis of pediatri...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Vasconcelos-Castro S,Soares-Oliveira M,Tuna T,Borges-Dias M

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:This study aims to elucidate the clinical presentation, the effectiveness of investigations, and treatment of foreign body ingestion in children and to formulate an algorithm of management. METHODS:The records of children admitted to a single institution who had a history of foreign body ingestion o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Cheng W,Tam PK

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fetus-in-fetu (FIF) is a rare congenital condition in which a vertebrate fetus is incorporated within its twin. The authors report the case of a newborn boy with prenatal ultrasonographic diagnosis of intraabdominal mass, provoking compression of the left kidney. Plain abdominal radiography, ultrasonography, and compu...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Brand A,Alves MC,Saraiva C,Loío P,Goulão J,Malta J,Palminha JM,Martins M

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Within the adult population, there exist numerous validated risk stratification tools aimed at predicting postoperative outcomes using preoperative and intraoperative parameters. However, similar tools for the pediatric population are scarce. We previously developed and reported on a scoring system to predic...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Wood G,Barayan G,Sanchez DC,Inoue GN,Buchalla CA,Rossini GA,Trevisani LF,Prado RR,Passerotti CC,Nguyen HT

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediatric intestinal failure (PIF) is a life-altering chronic condition with significant morbidity and mortality. Omegaven® therapy has been used to treat children with advanced intestinal failure associated liver disease. Our objective was to determine the evolution of hepatic fibrosis in PIF patients who r...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Belza C,Thompson R,Somers GR,de Silva N,Fitzgerald K,Steinberg K,Courtney-Martin G,Wales PW,Avitzur Y

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 5-year-old girl presented with a painful abdominal mass. Abdominal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed 3 separate masses. Tumor markers including lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), cancer antigen-125 (CA-125), beta-subunit of human chorionic gonadotropin (beta-hCG) and neuron-specific enolase (NSE) were elevated. At o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tatekawa Y,Kemmotsu H,Mouri T,Joe K,Ohkawa H

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although once considered rare, choledochal cysts now are extensively reported on and have an official anatomic classification. The authors report a case of a 4-year-old girl whom on routine abdominal ultrasound as follow-up for vesicoureteral reflux was found to have a choledochal cyst. Follow-up hepatobiliary scan to...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Liu DC,Rodriguez JA,Meric F,Geiger JL

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Quality improvement (QI) is critical to enhancing patient care. It is necessary to prioritize which QI initiatives are relevant to one's institution and practice, as implementation is resource-intensive. We have developed and implemented a streamlined process to identify QI opportunities in our pract...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Arca MJ,Enters J,Christensen M,Jeziorczak P,Sato TT,Thielke R,Oldham KT

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a commentary on the manuscript by Vacek J, Davis T, and Many B, et al., titled "A Baseline Assessment of Enhanced Recovery Protocol Implementation at Pediatric Surgery Practices Performing Inflammatory Bowel Disease Surgeries". ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Heiss K

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A term female newborn underwent uncomplicated repair of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula (type C) then coarctation of the aorta. Subsequently, she developed symptomatic esophageal strictures, which required serial dilations. In addition, she suffered feeding intolerance from esophageal dysmotility and...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tran S,Misra S,Bittner JG 4th,Pipkin W,Hatley R,Howell CG

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcified caval thrombus should be considered in any infant or child where calcifications are noted in the high right retroperitoneal area on plain x-rays of the abdomen. Although typically bullet-shaped in configuration, the calcium distribution in the neonate may be atypical or incompletely developed, suggesting neu...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Schullinger JN,Santulli TV,Berdon WE,Wigger HJ,MacMillan RW,Demartini PD,Baker DH

更新日期：1978-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Giant omphaloceles present a unique challenge to pediatric surgeons because of the difficulty in obtaining timely, tension-free closure of tissues over the defect. Reports of the use of tissue expanders in the subcutaneous space, intramuscular space, or intraabdominal cavity have illustrated the usefulness o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Martin AE,Khan A,Kim DS,Muratore CS,Luks FI

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A three and one-half-year-old girl and a 12-year-old boy presented with features of the two clinical presentations of Castleman's disease or giant lymph node hyperplasia. The girl presented with anemia, fever, night sweats, hypergammaglobulinemia, and a palpable abdominal mass. Her symptoms were consistent with those ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Powell RW,Lightsey AL,Thomas WJ,Marsh WL

更新日期：1986-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Although epigastric hernias are common, there are no reports that describe the presentation and treatment of these defects in children. The authors reviewed their experience with these hernias to develop recommendations for their management in this age group. METHODS:Medical records were reviewed fo...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Coats RD,Helikson MA,Burd RS

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hirschsprung's disease results in bowel obstruction because of a failure of smooth muscle relaxation in both the aganglionic segment of bowel and the internal anal sphincter (IAS). Nonadrenergic noncholinergic (NANC) nerves, which use nitric oxide (NO) as their chemical messenger, are responsible for relaxing smooth m...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bealer JF,Natuzzi ES,Flake AW,Adzick NS,Harrison MR

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Presently, descriptions of rural trauma are complications of national sample statistics and local data from states projected to rural areas. This study reviews all hospital discharges (36,866) for children (aged 0 to 18 years) from January 1985 through December 1990 in an entirely rural state. Fourteen percent of admi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Vane DW,Spanknebel K,Murphy ET,Wald SL,Rogers FB,Shackford SR

更新日期：1993-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The purpose of the study was to determine variables associated with attending postoperative clinic follow-up (POFU) in pediatric surgical patients, predictors of clinical value, and visit cost estimates. METHODS:POFU patterns of children undergoing eight common pediatric surgical procedures over one...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gimon T,Almosallam O,Lopushinsky S,Eccles R,Brindle M,Yanchar NL

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We examine the mechanism of aortic lengthening in a novel rodent model of tissue expander stimulated lengthening of arteries (TESLA). METHODS:A rat model of TESLA was examined with a single stretch stimulus applied at the time of tissue expander insertion with evaluation of the aorta at 2, 4 and 7day time p...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Potanos K,Fullington N,Cauley R,Purcell P,Zurakowski D,Fishman S,Vakili K,Kim HB

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts have traditionally been managed with surgical, percutaneous, and, more recently, endoscopic drainage. Although the role of the latter is well defined in the adult population, its utility in children needs to be clarified. The authors reviewed their experience with e...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Al-Shanafey S,Shun A,Williams S

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA) committees send monthly email blasts to members with links to peer-reviewed publications. This study assesses the utilization of this service. METHODS:Email-opening and click-through rates were analyzed from 5/2012 to 4/2017 and compared to APSA and industry stand...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ayub SS,Islam S,Downard CD,Goldin AB,Powell DM,Taylor JA

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Regarding the complications associated with short bowel syndrome (SBS), progressive liver failure is one of the most severe complications known to occur: Although several studies have suggested that many factors interactively influence this clinical condition we investigated the relationship between hepatic ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Taguchi S,Masumoto K,Yamanouchi T,Suita S

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Poland syndrome is characterized by hypoplastic unilateral chest wall structures. These chest wall deformities may be associated with upper extremity anomalies. The association of Poland syndrome with either intercostal liver herniation or a spinocerebral deformity has been described, but there is no report of both fi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Seifarth FG,Cruz Pico CX,Stromberg J,Recinos VM,Burdjalov VF,Karakas SP

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acquired gastric outlet obstruction occurred in a neonate following gastrostomy, after surgery to salvage a dehisced primary repair of an esophageal atresia. Despite free drainage of the gastrostomy and total support of the neonate, the gastric outlet obstruction persisted and required a further operation. An anterogr...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Galea MH,Mayell MJ

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:In Japan, surgical repair of a laryngotracheoesophageal cleft (LTEC) typically consists of the anterior approach, with the lateral approach as an alternative. Endoscopic surgery to repair the tracheoesophageal septum has been reported, and this study reviewed our experience treating several cases of ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Fukumoto K,Miyano G,Yamoto M,Nouso H,Miyake H,Kaneshiro M,Nakajima H,Koyama M,Mochizuki K,Shinkai M,Urushihara N

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report on an infant who had a multiloculated cystic lesion located in segment IV of the liver, consistent with Caroli's disease diagnosed, by routine prenatal ultrasound at 25 weeks' gestation, and confirmed by hepatobiliary HIDA scan and computed tomography soon after birth. Because there was no sign of b...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bratu I,Laberge JM,Khalifé S,Sinsky A

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains chemoresistant and, therefore, the principal treatment of HCC is surgical resection. After a 9-year-old boy with huge HCC with lung metastasis received the 5 cycles of chemotherapy (cisplatin and Adriamycin), the lung metastasis had been resolved completely and the size of HCC in...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ahn SI,Seo JM,Shin SH,Hong KC,Kim SJ,Lee KY,Hur YS,Kim SK,Hwang TS,Woo ZH

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study is to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of animated vs. non-animated biofeedback therapy in the treatment of dysfunctional voiding (DV) in the pediatric age group. METHODS:In this study, children with DV were randomly assigned for animated and non-animated biofeedback therapy. Age, v...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Oktar T,Dönmez Mİ,Özkuvancı Ü,Ander H,Ziylan O

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:It has been suggested that routine division of short gastric vessels (SGVs) results in a more "floppy" Nissen fundoplication leading to improved outcomes, that is, less dysphagia and lower incidences of recurrent gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The aim of this retrospective study was to assess whether l...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Liu DC,Lin T,Statter MB,Glynn L,Melis M,Chen Y,Zhan J,Zimmermann BT,Loe WA,B Hill C

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Uterine leiomyoma is the most common uterine tumor in adult females but is rare in the pediatric population with only 10 previous cases reported. We describe the unique case of a 15-year-old girl who presented with abdominal pain and menometrorrhagia and was found to have a uterine leiomyoma as well as a mature ovaria...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Naiditch JA,Milad MP,Rowell EE

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two infants with renal tumors and associated hypertension are presented. By using an antibody to purified human renal renin, the sites of renin production were localized immunohistochemically in each tumor. The first case was a 9-month-old girl with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. She presented with bilateral renal masse...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Yokomori K,Hori T,Takemura T,Tsuchida Y

更新日期：1988-05-01 00:00:00