Life-threatening air rifle injuries to the heart in three boys.

abstract：PURPOSE:Documenting surgical complications is limited by multiple barriers and is not fostered in the electronic health record. Tracking complications is essential for quality improvement (QI) and required for board certification. Current registry platforms do not facilitate meaningful complication reporting. We develo...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Fisher JC,Kuenzler KA,Tomita SS,Sinha P,Shah P,Ginsburg HB

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:To date, there are hardly any data on the treatment costs of infantile short bowel syndrome (SBS), despite growing interest in evidence-based and cost-effective medicine. Therefore, the aim of the study was to evaluate resource consumption and costs, next to studying nutritional and growth outcomes, ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Olieman JF,Poley MJ,Gischler SJ,Penning C,Escher JC,van den Hoonaard TL,van Goudoever JB,Bax NM,Tibboel D,IJsselstijn H

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The case of a child with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma that did not respond to systemic chemotherapy is presented. Three courses of chemoembolization (hepatic arterial chemoembolization) were given, with partial tumor response. The hepatic artery was cannulated via the femoral artery using the Seldinger technique....

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Czauderna P,Zbrzezniak G,Narozanski W,Sznurkowska K,Skoczylas-Stoba B,Stoba C

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The pathophysiologic features of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) include pulmonary hypoplasia, pulmonary hypertension, surfactant deficiency, and decreased pulmonary compliance. When the surfactant deficiency is corrected using exogenous surfactant therapy, the pulmonary compliance improves, but does not reach n...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Hassett MJ,Glick PL,Karamanoukian HL,Rossman JE,Wilcox DT,Azizkhan RG

更新日期：1995-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a case of neuronal intestinal dysplasia in a 6-year-old girl. The disease is characterized by hyperplastic ganglia throughout the large and small intestine, associated with severe constipation. To better understand the pathophysiology of this disease the authors investigated the histopathologic, ult...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gittes GK,Kim J,Yu G,de Lorimier AA

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of reconstruction of all cloacal exstrophy cases seen by the authors from 1974 to 1999. METHODS:A retrospective chart review and personal follow-up was conducted on all 50 patients, who ranged in age from newborn to 35 years. Thirty-eight were secondary cases,...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Lund DP,Hendren WH

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reconstructive surgery is performed in patients with cloacal malformations to achieve anorectal, urological, and gynecological function. The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional outcome of cloacal malformation repair as reported in literature. METHODS:A systematic literature search was conducted...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Versteegh HP,van Rooij IA,Levitt MA,Sloots CE,Wijnen RM,de Blaauw I

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It has been reported that multifocal and diffuse hepatic hemangiomas are true infantile hemangiomas for which a continuum probably exists. We determined the similarities and fine differences between the two types of hemangioma and identified the multifocal subgroup of type, which needs timely treatment. MAT...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Li K,Wang Z,Liu Y,Yao W,Gong Y,Xiao X

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors retrospectively review their experience in children with the latest addition to the postoperative analgesic armamentarium: interpleural analgesia (IPA). IPA was used in 14 children following thoracotomy. There were 9 boys and 5 girls. Patients varied in age from 2 months to 17 years 4 months (mean +/- SEM ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tobias JD,Martin LD,Oakes L,Rao B,Wetzel RC

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE) has been widely accepted and has become a viable alternative to the open Ravitch technique. MIRPE has evolved over time with some advocating that a safe repair can be accomplished without direct visualization utilizing thoracoscopy. The MIRPE with and...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tetteh O,Rhee DS,Boss E,Alaish SM,Garcia AV

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastrointestinal manifestations of collagen diseases are very rare. The authors report on a patient who has features of Marfan syndrome with mobile liver caused by the absence of its suspensory ligaments. This patient presented with an acute intestinal obstruction secondary to a congenital band across the distal trans...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Atta HM,Schaffner D,Pilzer E

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Persistent hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia of infancy (PHHI) is considered the most common cause of persistent neonatal hypoglycemia. Management of PHHI involves use of medical agents and its failure is an indication of surgical intervention. Traditionally, an open pancreatectomy was the standard of care but r...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Al-Shanafey S,Habib Z,AlNassar S

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious condition affecting predominantly the premature infant. The purpose of this study is to report a multicenter experience of complications in 252 infants requiring surgical therapy for NEC. Data from eight institutions for the years 1980 through 1990 were collected and analyz...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Horwitz JR,Lally KP,Cheu HW,Vazquez WD,Grosfeld JL,Ziegler MM

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Antenatal screening has led to early detection of posterior urethral valves (PUV). However, despite early intervention, a proportion of children will develop chronic renal insufficiency. We studied the trend of serum creatinine following urinary tract decompression during the neonatal period in infants as a possibl...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Coleman R,King T,Nicoara CD,Bader M,Chandran H,Robb A,Parashar K

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several factors suggested to predict mortality in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) have not always been applicable in different centers. A retrospective review was conducted of 19 consecutive neonates in Singapore in whom CDH was diagnosed within 12 hours of birth to identify factors associated with mortality. Of...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Chan DK,Ho LY,Joseph VT

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report the case of a 7-month-old Japanese infant with congenital intrahepatic portosystemic shunts. He had hypergalactosaemia and hyperammonemia at age 1 month. The diagnosis was made by ultrasonography and angiography. Coil embolization was performed successfully, and then hyperammonemia and hypergalactos...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ikeda S,Sera Y,Yoshida M,Izaki T,Uchino S,Endo F,Ohmuraya M,Beppu T

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Pulmonary hypoplasia remains the principal cause of high morbidity and mortality in patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The precise mechanisms causing lung hypoplasia remains unclear. Aquaporins (AQPs) are reported to constitute a family of water channels that facilitate membrane water permeabi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Takayasu H,Nakazawa N,Montedonico S,Puri P

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The mechanism of fetal gastric dilation in gastroschisis is controversial. This study was designed to characterize changes in the contractile profile of strips of stomach from rats following experimental gastroschisis. METHODS:Pregnant Wistar rats were operated on day 18.5. Fetuses were divided into...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Cavalcante MB,de Lima FJ,Okoba W,Oliveira-Filho FJ,Sbragia L,Magalhães PJ,de Souza MH,Melo-Filho AA

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Accessory hemi diaphragm (AHD) is an uncommon condition. Its clinical features, diagnosis and management have not been clearly defined. METHODS:We reviewed the world literature and added a case of our own. RESULTS:There are 40 proven cases in the literature. The lesion occurs almost exclusively in ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Radhakrishnan J,Bean J,Piazza DJ,Chin AC

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Following pancreatic trauma, loss of uninjured parenchyma as a result of surgical management is expected, and atrophy of parenchyma following nonoperative management has been described. While endocrine insufficiency as a sequela of pancreatic trauma has been reported in adults, it is not a described entity in children...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Edwards MJ,Crudo DF,Carlson TL,Pedersen AM,Keller L

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sirenomelia, or the mermaid syndrome, is the most extreme example of the caudal regression syndrome. It invariably presents with lower limb fusion, sacral and pelvic bony anomalies, absent external genitalia, anal imperforation, and renal agenesis or dysgenesis. Because of the resultant oligohydramnios, these infants ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Di Lorenzo M,Brandt ML,Veilleux A

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the 15 years from 1970 to 1984, 38 infants, all with cystic fibrosis, were treated for meconium ileus at The Montreal Children's Hospital and Ste-Justine Hospital for Children. Thirteen patients (34%) had complicated meconium ileus that included 7 perforations (2 colon, 5 ileum), 4 volvulus, and 2 atresia with ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Nguyen LT,Youssef S,Guttman FM,Laberge JM,Albert D,Doody D

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A newborn presented with a picture of intestinal obstruction. Multiple biopsies of the small and large bowel showed an unusual neurogenic innervation. The myenteric plexus of Auerbach was severely depleted of ganglion cells and nerve fibers, while the submucous plexus of Meissner was normally innervated. An ileostomy ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mishalany H,Olson A,Khan F,Santos A

更新日期：1989-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ideal surgical closure for large omphaloceles remains controversial. Most techniques described advocate removal of the amniotic sac prior to repair of the abdominal wall defect. Herein, the authors describe a surgical technique preserving the amniotic sac, which has distinct advantages in achieving safe and rapid ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Stringel G,Blocker SH

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Full thickness rectal prolapse (FTRP) tends to be self-limiting in children and is usually managed expectantly. However, it may persist and therefore requires surgical correction. There is no consensus upon operative management, and no one procedure has uniformly good outcomes. The aim of this study was to...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Campbell AM,Murphy J,Charlesworth PB,Bhan C,Jarvi K,Power N,Ward HC,Williams NS

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：METHODS:From 1983 to 1996, 31 children with caustic esophageal strictures were seen at Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital; they were all treated conservatively except for two cases complicated by tracheoesophageal fistula. The remaining 29 patients were divided into three groups depending on the treatment, which was modi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： De Peppo F,Zaccara A,Dall'Oglio L,Federici di Abriola G,Ponticelli A,Marchetti P,Lucchetti MC,Rivosecchi M

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Serial transverse enteroplasty (STEP) lengthens and tapers dilated bowel. Redilation of the STEP segment occurs in some patients with intestinal failure. The feasibility of a repeat STEP procedure in a pig model is evaluated. METHODS:Six pigs underwent reversal of an intestinal segment distal to the ligamen...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Piper H,Modi BP,Kim HB,Fauza D,Glickman J,Jaksic T

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An analysis was performed of 46 consecutive children who received esophageal bougienage for an ingested coin lodged in the esophagus. All patients met the following clinical criteria necessary for performance of this procedure: an acutely ingested single coin, radiographically localized in the esophagus; no previous h...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bonadio WA,Jona JZ,Glicklich M,Cohen R

更新日期：1988-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenchymal hamartoma of the liver is the second most common benign liver tumor of childhood. Ultrasonography demonstrates a cystic lesion that may be very large. Computed tomographic scan will further establish the location and its relationship to vascular anatomy. Most will be amenable to gross total resection with ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gow KW,Lee L,Pruthi S,Patterson K,Healey PJ

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Intussusception is one of the common causes of intestinal obstruction in early childhood. Although a genetic predisposition has been suggested in some cases, its etiology is considered to be incidental, and it has not been traditionally regarded as having any genetic basis. Authors report on cases of so-called ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Oshio T,Ogata H,Takano S,Ishibashi H

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00