abstract：OBJECTIVE:To characterize referrals to a vascular anomalies center to determine which lesions should be treated by specialists. STUDY DESIGN:Patients sent to our center between 1999 and 2010 were reviewed. Type of anomaly, anatomical location, sex, accuracy of referral diagnosis, and the geographic origin of the refer...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Greene AK,Liu AS,Mulliken JB,Chalache K,Fishman SJ

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Obstructive symptoms in a patient post-Ladd procedure raise the question of recurrent volvulus. Our objective is to determine the incidence and the radiographical evaluation of recurrent volvulus and abdominal complications after a Ladd procedure. METHODS:One hundred ninety-five patients who underwe...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Biko DM,Anupindi SA,Hanhan SB,Blinman T,Markowitz RI

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carcinoma of the breast is rarely encountered in the male population and is even less prevalent in the pediatric male population. Studies have suggested an association between male breast carcinoma and gynecomastia, but conflicting results have been shown. Only 3 cases of carcinoma in situ associated with bilateral gy...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Lemoine C,Mayer SK,Beaunoyer M,Mongeau C,Ouimet A

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The proposed benefits of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair in the pediatric population include less postoperative pain, smaller scars, and easier access to the contralateral groin. This is countered by slightly higher recurrence rates reported in some series. These differences are attributable to v...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Kastenberg Z,Bruzoni M,Dutta S

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Malone antegrade continence enema (MACE) procedure has been previously described as a safe and effective option for the treatment of children with chronic defecation disorders when maximal medical therapy and conventional treatment have failed. PURPOSE:To evaluate clinical success, complications, and qu...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Hoekstra LT,Kuijper CF,Bakx R,Heij HA,Aronson DC,Benninga MA

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Burns involving the genitalia and perineum are commonly seen in the context of extensive total body surface area (TBSA) burns and rarely as isolated injuries because of protection provided by the thighs and the abdomen. Genital burns usually result in extended hospital stays and are accompanied by se...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Klaassen Z,Go PH,Mansour EH,Marano MA,Petrone SJ,Houng AP,Chamberlain RS

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors account for approximately 5% to 10% of all soft tissue sarcomas in which 25% to 50% are diagnosed in patients with neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1). Tumors are often located in the proximal portion of the upper and lower extremities and trunk, whereas cervical vagus nerve localization...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Sesenna E,Magri AS,Corradi D,Ferri T,Ferri A

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An 11-day-old neonate presents with worsening nonbilious emesis and radiographic findings suggestive of pyloric stenosis. Using a laparoscopic approach, a slightly asymmetric and hypertrophied pylorus was visualized. The unusual age of presentation and appearance of the pylorus led to the decision to perform an open e...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Chin AC,Radhakrishnan RS,Lloyd J,Reynolds M

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currarino syndrome (CS) is a triad consisting of partial sacral agenesis, presacral mass, and anorectal malformations, typically anal stenosis but the phenotype varies. The main cause of this monogenic disorder is mutations in the motor neuron and pancreas homeobox 1 gene. We describe the clinical and geneti...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Zu S,Winberg J,Arnberg F,Palmer G,Svensson PJ,Wester T,Nordenskjöld A

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The 3-year survival after pulmonary metastasectomy for osteosarcoma (OS) is approximately 30%. Resection of metastatic disease can prolong life in pediatric patients with OS. Our objective is to assess the outcome of pediatric patients with pulmonary metastases located centrally as compared with peripheral l...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Letourneau PA,Xiao L,Harting MT,Lally KP,Cox CS Jr,Andrassy RJ,Hayes-Jordan AA

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unilateral diaphragmatic paralysis was diagnosed in 2 preterm neonates born at 29 and 25 weeks of gestation, respectively. In both instances, the pathophysiology was phrenic nerve injury after extravasation of parenteral nutrition fluid. Misplacement and infection were predisposing factors. Diaphragmatic movement anal...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tosello B,Michel F,Merrot T,Chaumoître K,Hassid S,Lagier P,Martin C

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a 5-year-old boy with a cystic lymphatic malformation (LM) of bladder, and the imaging characteristics of the lesion are reported. Cystic LM of the urinary system is rare, and a location in the bladder is extremely rare. The exact mechanism of the lesion that occurs in bladder is unknown. This case is differ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Niu ZB,Hou Y,Sun RG,Chen H,Yang Y

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The Malone appendicostomy, for antegrade enemas, has improved the quality of life for many children with fecal incontinence. In patients whose appendix has been removed, a neo-appendix can be created. We describe our approach and experience with this procedure as an option for surgeons managing children with fe...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Chatoorgoon K,Pena A,Lawal T,Hamrick M,Louden E,Levitt MA

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Urologic complications are an underappreciated sequelae of the mass effect of sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) and its resection. The goal of this study was to evaluate the incidence and severity of urologic complications in patients with SCT. METHODS:A retrospective review of patients with a prenatal diagnosis o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Le LD,Alam S,Lim FY,Keswani SG,Crombleholme TM

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Children treated for perforated appendicitis can have significant morbidity. Management often includes looking for and draining postoperative fluid collections. We sought to determine if drainage hastens recovery. METHODS:Children with perforated appendicitis treated with appendectomy from 2006 to 2009 were re...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Piper HG,Derinkuyu B,Koral K,Perez EA,Murphy JT

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Although gastroschisis infants usually have a good outcome, there remains a cohort of babies who fare poorly. We inquired whether the presence of bowel dilatation in utero is predictive of postnatal course in infants with gastroschisis. METHODS:We compared the clinical course of infants who had bowel dilatatio...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Long AM,Court J,Morabito A,Gillham JC

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A lateral pancreaticojejunostomy (LPJ), also known as the Puestow procedure, is a complex procedure performed for chronic pancreatitis when the pancreatic duct is dilated and unable to drain properly. Traditionally, these procedures are performed with open surgery. A minimally invasive approach to the LPJ using rigid ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Meehan JJ,Sawin R

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of ovarian fibroma with marked ascites and elevated serum CA-125 levels in a young girl. Ovarian fibromas are rare in children. They usually present as a solid mass and may be associated with ascites and elevated serum CA-125 levels. Because of their solid nature and these associations, they can be mi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Sugiyama A,Urushihara N,Fukumoto K,Fukuzawa H,Nagae H,Watanabe K,Mitsunaga M,Hasegawa S,Koyama M

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Traditionally, basic science research and publication record have led to a successful Pediatric Surgery Match. With changing applicant research backgrounds, we evaluated if these or other factors still apply. METHODS:A SurveyMonkey questionnaire was distributed to 57 applicants with known contact in...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Beres A,Baird R,Puligandla PS

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In continued efforts to further improve the advantages of minimally invasive surgery to patients, surgeons have developed single-incision laparoscopic techniques. We report our initial experience in children with a variety of single-site procedures. METHOD:A retrospective chart review was performed on patie...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Garey CL,Laituri CA,Ostlie DJ,Snyder CL,Andrews WS,Holcomb GW 3rd,St Peter SD

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the study was to compare outcomes after partial vs complete fundoplication in patients with prior esophageal atresia repair. METHODS:All patients undergoing fundoplication following esophageal atresia repair at a tertiary care pediatric hospital from 1987 to 2006 were retrospectively reviewed. A...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Levin DN,Diamond IR,Langer JC

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perinatal management of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and gastroschisis (GS) remains nonstandardized and institution specific. This analysis describes practice and outcome variation across a national network. METHODS:A national, prospective, disease-specific database for CDH and GS was evaluated ove...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Baird R,Eeson G,Safavi A,Puligandla P,Laberge JM,Skarsgard ED,Canadian Pediatric Surgery Network.

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fetal medicine is developing rapidly and aims to improve the outcome for fetuses with congenital anomalies. Fetal endoscopic tracheal occlusion (FETO) has been developed for fetuses with congenital diaphragmatic hernia to counterbalance the compression of the lung by the abdominal viscera, preserving the pulmonary mat...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Speggiorin S,Fierens A,McHugh K,Roebuck DJ,McLaren CA,Mok Q,Broadhead M,Elliott MJ

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastrostomy tubes are commonly used in children with feeding impairment. Postoperative complications such as the formation of granulation tissue are common and represent a type of chronic nonhealing wound. We present a case of a 24-year-old man with no history of malignancy who developed a primary cutaneous squamous c...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Oh PS,Gill KZ,Lynch LJ,Cowles RA

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic abdominal pain (CAP) in children may be caused by entrapment of cutaneous branches of intercostal nerves (anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome, or ACNES). Local injection of anesthetics may offer relief, but pain is persistent in some children. This study is the first to describe the results ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Scheltinga MR,Boelens OB,Tjon A Ten WE,Roumen RM

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose was to study the impact of Down's syndrome (DS) in the diagnosis, management, and outcomes of patients with Morgagni hernia (MH). METHODS:Twenty-two (22) patients with MH treated at a tertiary center were retrospectively studied for history, findings, associated anomalies, referral diagnoses, hospi...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Jetley NK,Al-Assiri AH,Al-Helal AS,Al-Bin Ali AM

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor is an uncommon lesion, also called pseudotumor, with a variable natural course from benign with spontaneous regression to mimicking malignant tumors. We report a case of diffuse peritoneal and omental pseudotumor in a 10-year-old boy characterized by aggressive behavior at the onset ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bertocchini A,Lo Zupone C,Callea F,Gennari F,Serra A,Monti L,de Ville de Goyet J

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of a 7-year-old child who presented with a painless mass on his penis. He underwent removal of the mass, which was found to be an angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia. Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia is an extremely rare tumor, especially in children's penis. In this situation, trea...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Nishi M,Matsumoto K,Fujita T,Satoh T,Iwabuchi K,Iwamura M,Baba S

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The continually rising incidence of soft tissue abscesses in children has prompted us to seek an alternative to the traditional open incision and drainage (I&D) that would minimize the pain associated with packing during dressing changes and eliminate the need for home nursing care. STUDY DESIGN:A retrospec...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： McNamara WF,Hartin CW Jr,Escobar MA,Yamout SZ,Lau ST,Lee YH

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and dysmotility are frequent in patients treated for esophageal atresia (EA). This aim of this study is to evaluate GER and dysmotility in young EA patients using pH-multichannel intraluminal impedance (pH-MII). METHODS:Fifteen patients with a mean age of 7.5 years (group 1) ha...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Di Pace MR,Caruso AM,Catalano P,Casuccio A,Cimador M,De Grazia E

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Transient impairment of bowel function is a frequent and distressing problem in neonates on opioid-induced analgesia. Methylnaltrexone, a peripheral-acting μ-opioid receptor antagonist, has been studied in adults for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in advanced illness and has been suggested as a promising...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Garten L,Degenhardt P,Bührer C

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Unicornuate uterus with a rudimentary horn is the rarest congenital anomaly of the female genital system. It can result in a variety of gynecologic and obstetric complications. This case report is an acute presentation of a cavitated, noncommunicating, rudimentary horn in a premenarcheal girl. Successful laparoscopic ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gaied F,Quiros-Calinoiu E,Emil S

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Closure of abdominal wall defects in children poses a challenge for pediatric surgeons. We describe a technique using tissue expanders placed either intraperitoneally or in the abdominal wall to aid in the reconstruction of a variety of complex abdominal wall defects. METHODS:The tissue expanders ar...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Clifton MS,Heiss KF,Keating JJ,Mackay G,Ricketts RR

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim the study was to review our experience and determine the effectiveness of peritoneovenous shunts in the management of persistent ascites. METHODS:A retrospective review of all patients who had a peritoneovenous shunt inserted for persistent ascites in our institution over 32 years (1977-2010) was performed...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Rahman N,De Coppi P,Curry J,Drake D,Spitz L,Pierro A,Kiely E

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neural tube closure is a complex spatio-temporal process. Multiple neural tube defects (NTDs) in a single patient are extremely rare. Only a few cases of multiple NTDs have been reported in the world literature, including less than 20 cases of double NTDs and 3 cases of triple NTDs. We report a fourth case of triple N...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mahalik SK,Vaze D,Lyngdoh TS,Tewari MK,Narasimhan KL

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Congenital intrahepatic arterioportal fistula is a rare entity that most often presents with symptoms of portal hypertension and malabsorption. We discuss a patient who presented with distributive shock, congestive heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, ascites, and a history of severe constipation. ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bogert JN,Potter DD,Crow S,Arteaga GM,Freese DK

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Extrahepatic portal vein thrombosis (EHPVT) is an important cause of portal hypertension in children. Rex shunt has been used successfully to treat these patients. METHODS:We report our experience in 19 infants and children (5 months to 14 years) with HPVT eligible for a mesenteric-portal surgical shunt wit...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gibelli NE,Tannuri AC,Pinho-Apezzato ML,Maksoud-Filho JG,Tannuri U

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the study was to determine if first rib fractures are associated with an increased incidence of thoracic vascular injury in pediatric patients. METHODS:The medical records of all children diagnosed with a first rib fracture or a central vascular injury after blunt trauma treated at a state-desig...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Hamilton NA,Bucher BT,Keller MS

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Mammalian target of rapamycin suppression by rapamycin inhibits tumor growth and neovascularization via cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) downregulation with no effect on lung metastases. We hypothesize that combining a selective COX-2 antagonist (celecoxib) with rapamycin would decrease lung metastases. MET...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gendy AS,Lipskar A,Glick RD,Steinberg BM,Edelman M,Soffer SZ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Under a Food and Drug Administration directive, we examined definite long-term safety and efficacy aspects of an engineered diaphragmatic tendon graft as a regulatory prerequisite for clinical trials. METHODS:Newborn lambs (N = 27) underwent partial diaphragmatic replacement with a Teflon patch, a composite ac...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Turner CG,Klein JD,Steigman SA,Armant M,Nicksa GA,Zurakowski D,Ritz J,Fauza DO

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00