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：PURPOSE:The treatment of cystic lymphatic malformations of the neck and mediastinum is controversial. Surgical management may be limited by the invasiveness of the procedure, the complex anatomy of this region, and the high recurrence rate. An alternative therapeutic method is sclerotherapy. We report our experience in...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Impellizzeri P,Romeo C,Borruto FA,Granata F,Scalfari G,De Ponte FS,Longo M

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adult trauma centers (TCs) in the United States may be verified with an on-call operating room team if the performance improvement program shows no adverse outcome. Using queuing and simulation methodology, this study attempts to add a volume guideline for injured children. METHODS:Data from 63 verified TCs...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tuggle D,Lucas CE,Coscia RL,Hurst JM,Meredith JW,Middleton JD,Rinker CR,Vlahos AL,Wilberger J

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Single-incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS) has been successfully performed in children using 5-mm reticulating instruments. There are, however, few reports investigating the use of conventional instruments in SILS in the pediatric population. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective review of all consecutive c...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Tam YH,Lee KH,Sihoe JD,Chan KW,Cheung ST,Pang KK

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:A prenatal diagnosis of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) enables therapeutic decision making during the intrapartum period. This study seeks to identify the gestational age and delivery mode associated with optimal outcomes. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A national data set was used to study CDH babies born betwee...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Safavi A,Lin Y,Skarsgard ED,Canadian Pediatric Surgery Network.

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenchymal hamartoma of the chest wall (MHCW) is a rare condition. Previously, surgical resection has been advocated with considerable post-operative morbidity. Evidence for conservative management is lacking because the natural history of MHCW is unknown. We present serial measurements of an antenatally detected MHC...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Braatz B,Evans R,Kelman A,Cheng W

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Extralobar pulmonary sequestrations (EPS) are a rare benign congenital bronchopulmonary foregut malformation. Complete resection is necessary to confirm the diagnosis with histopathologic examination. The aim of this study was to describe the laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for a small series o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Joyeux L,Mejean N,Rousseau T,Couaillier JF,Piard F,Sapin E

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of the study was to evaluate the morbidity rate of stoma in children diagnosed with chronic intestinal pseudoobstruction (CIPO) and try to determine risk factors. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Twenty-two children (65%) of 34 referred to our center between 1988 and 2008 had a stoma. They were compared with 22 other ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Irtan S,Bellaïche M,Brasher C,El Ghoneimi A,Cézard JP,Bonnard A

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this study was to determine how to manage children with recurrence of intussusception. METHODS:Medical records of patients treated for intussusception from 1976 to 2008 at the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health were reviewed. Information on patients who developed recurrent intussuscept...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Niramis R,Watanatittan S,Kruatrachue A,Anuntkosol M,Buranakitjaroen V,Rattanasuwan T,Wongtapradit L,Tongsin A

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most appendiceal carcinoids (ACs) in children present without lymph node metastasis. Lymph node metastasis is rarely present when primary tumor diameter exceeds 1 cm. We present the extraordinary case of an AC with a primary tumor diameter of 0.7 cm and infiltration of the mesentery, as well as 1 positive lymph node o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Cernaianu G,Tannapfel A,Nounla J,Gonzalez-Vasquez R,Wiesel T,Tröbs RB

更新日期：2010-11-01 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：:Most of inguinal masses in children correspond to inguinal indirect hernias, but other pathologic entities may be found. Dermoid cysts of the spermatic cord are very rare, with only 9 clear cases reported in the literature to date, all of them in adults. We present a case of dermoid cyst of the spermatic cord in a 2-y...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Prada-Arias M,Ortiz-Rey JA,Fernández-Eire P,Montero-Sánchez M,Lema-Carril A,Segade-Andrade R

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of the study was to evaluate our recent experience in treating esophageal atresia (EA) and the outcomes observed at a single center for pediatric surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS:The records of infants with EA from 2006 to 2009 were reviewed. Birth weight, associated anomalies, details of management, com...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Zhang Z,Huang Y,Su P,Wang D,Wang L

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The efficiency of medical care in the United States has become intensely scrutinized with expectations from patients, families, payors, lawmakers, and, currently, the President. The most effective vehicle to bring more efficient care is the employment of evidence-based medicine whenever possible. Evidence-ba...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ostlie DJ,St Peter SD

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenteric leiomyosarcoma occurs most commonly in middle-aged individuals. Primary tumors of the mesentery are uncommon in pediatric and adolescent patients, and primary mesenteric leiomyosarcoma is particularly rare. Accurate preoperative diagnosis of mesenteric soft tumor is generally difficult. We describe a case o...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Iwasaki M,Kitaguchi K,Kobayashi H

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The objective of this study is to use anorectal manometry for functional assessment of early postoperative results after corrective surgery for anorectal malformations (ARMs) in children and compare manometric observations with age-matched controls. Parents were counseled and management strategies were planned ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Kumar S,Al Ramadan S,Gupta V,Helmy S,Debnath P,Alkholy A

更新日期：2010-09-01 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：:Lumbocostovertebral syndrome is a rare clinical association syndrome rarely accompanied by associated VACTERL anomalies. Only one similar case has been reported previously. We describe the second case, where a male neonate born at 38 weeks of gestation had an unusually high number of congenital anomalies including tho...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Lyngdoh TS,Mahalik S,Naredi B,Samujh R,Khanna S

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objectives of the study were to provide a review of patients with giant omphalocele managed in a single institution (2001-2006), focusing on medical management in the neonatal period, and to evaluate short-term outcomes. METHODS:Data from 14 neonates with giant ompholocele (abdominal wall defect >5 cm a...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mitanchez D,Walter-Nicolet E,Humblot A,Rousseau V,Revillon Y,Hubert P

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:Moderate to severe hereditary spherocytosis (HS) is treated with splenectomy. However, total splenectomy leads to decreased immunologic function with the risk of overwhelming postsplenectomy sepsis. Splenic preservation is postulated as a method to avoid this potentially fatal complication. Although ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Slater BJ,Chan FP,Davis K,Dutta S

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Neuroblastoma is the most common extracranial solid tumor in children. Twenty percent of all neuroblastomas arise in the thorax. This study evaluates the open vs thoracoscopic resection of thoracic neuroblastoma. METHODS:A retrospective chart review was conducted from the medical records of all children underg...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Malek MM,Mollen KP,Kane TD,Shah SR,Irwin C

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Defect of the intestinal musculature is a rare condition. It may cause intestinal perforation or obstruction. It manifests itself mainly in the neonatal period and usually affects preterm infants. We describe one such case, which was first diagnosed as a spontaneous isolated intestinal perforation. Emergency laparotom...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Oretti C,Bussani R,Janes A,Demarini S

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A newborn boy was brought to us, 2 hours after birth, with a mucosal-lined left hemiperineal lesion associated with classical bladder exstrophy and an anterolaterally displaced anus. Perineal anatomy was restored by excising the mucosa lined lesion. The bladder closure for classical bladder exstrophy was done at the s...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gupta RK,Oak S,Parelkar SV,Sanghvi B,Kaltari DK,Prakash A,Patil R,Bachani M

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There are few reports regarding the presence of retained fixed fragments after removal of indwelling central venous catheters in children. We conducted a retrospective study of 355 patients who underwent removal of central venous catheter from 1996 to 2008. Six patients (1.6%) had a failed attempt of removal, resultin...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Bautista F,Gómez-Chacón J,Costa E,Moreno L,Cañete A,Muro MD,Velazquez J,Castel V

更新日期：2010-07-01 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：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The management of neonates with giant omphalocele remains challenging and multiple strategies have been described. We present the case of a 34-week-old neonate with isolated giant omphalocele managed with an external surgical skin closure system as a component of a staged closure strategy. CASE PRES...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Baird R,Gholoum S,Laberge JM,Puligandla P

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mediastinal neurenteric cysts are the least common types of the bronchopulmonary foregut malformations, and their antenatal diagnosis is rare. We report a case of mediastinal neurenteric cyst diagnosed on antenatal ultrasonography at 28 weeks' gestation. A small intraspinal component and vertebral segmentation anomali...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Gadodia A,Sharma R,Jeyaseelan N,Aggarwala S,Gupta P

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Several case series have described successful utilization of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for the treatment of pediatric burn patients with respiratory failure. This study examines the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry experience in the treatment of these patients. METHODS:The Ext...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Askegard-Giesmann JR,Besner GE,Fabia R,Caniano DA,Preston T,Kenney BD

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Infants with parenteral nutrition dependence may develop liver dysfunction and progress to liver failure requiring transplantation. The aspartate aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index (APRI) has good correlation with liver fibrosis progression in adults. This study applies APRI scoring to parenteral nutri...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Mangus RS,O'Connor MG,Tector AJ,Lim JD,Vianna RM

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In a previous prospective randomized trial, we found a once-a-day regimen of ceftriaxone and metronidazole to be an efficient, cost-effective treatment for children with perforated appendicitis. In this study, we evaluated the safety of discharging patients to complete an oral course of antibiotics. METHO...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Fraser JD,Aguayo P,Leys CM,Keckler SJ,Newland JG,Sharp SW,Murphy JP,Snyder CL,Sharp RJ,Andrews WS,Holcomb GW 3rd,Ostlie DJ,St Peter SD

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Advances in percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) and laparoscopic (LAP) techniques, including LAP-assisted PEG, offer alternatives to the standard open gastrostomy technique. This study compares the outcomes of the PEG and LAP techniques. METHODS:All gastrostomy tube placements were reviewed at our instit...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Akay B,Capizzani TR,Lee AM,Drongowski RA,Geiger JD,Hirschl RB,Mychaliska GB

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationship between congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation (CCAM) and pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB), whether causal, correlational, or coincidental, remains controversial. There is a lack of consensus as to the optimal treatment of patients with asymptomatic CCAM. METHOD:We reviewed all cases of C...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Nasr A,Himidan S,Pastor AC,Taylor G,Kim PC

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurothekeoma is a rare, benign, and asymptomatic tumor of the skin. Most tumors are located on the head, shoulders, and arms. It is classified as a nerve sheath tumor and epidemiologically occurs in young adults. It is rare to find this tumor in children. This report describes a case of neurothekeoma in a 10-years-ol...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Ahmed I,Rawat JD,Singh S,Sharma A,Pandey A,Goel M

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The signals that govern the upregulation of nutrient absorption (adaptation) after intestinal resection are not well understood. A Gastric Roux-en-Y bypass (GRYB) model was used to isolate the relative contributions of direct mucosal stimulation by nutrients, biliary-pancreatic secretions, and systemic enteric ...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Taqi E,Wallace LE,de Heuvel E,Chelikani PK,Zheng H,Berthoud HR,Holst JJ,Sigalet DL

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Though patients with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) typically require liver transplantation, initial surgical treatment includes partial biliary diversion (PBD) to relieve jaundice-associated pruritus. This study was undertaken to describe long-term PFIC outcome data, which are currentl...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Halaweish I,Chwals WJ

更新日期：2010-05-01 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：:We present 2 rare cases of lateral buttock and postanal congenital dermal sinus tract. These 2 children were noted to have a pit in the left upper lateral buttock and a postanal orifice after birth. Magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and ultrasonography showed an inflammatory mass lesion in the buttock a...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Qi S,Zheng J,Lü Z,Li K,Chen L,Xiao X

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Conventionally, an adult's standard of a 40-cm loop is adopted in Roux-Y hepatojejunostomy (RYHJ) in choledochal cyst (CDC) in children, irrespective of patient size. The redundant length of the jejunal limb may lead to complications. We compared the outcome of an individualized short Roux loop with the stan...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Diao M,Li L,Zhang JZ,Cheng W

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent reports have demonstrated increasing lethality among young women after inflicted injuries (SII). The aim of this study was to examine sex differences in the methods and outcomes of childhood and adolescent SII. METHODS:The National Trauma Databank (v 7.0) was used to identify all patients 18 years or...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Branco BC,Inaba K,Barmparas G,Talving P,David JS,Plurad D,Green DJ,Demetriades D

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Urinary intestinal fatty acid-binding protein (i-FABP), a marker of intestinal mucosal cell damage, has recently been proposed as a clinically useful measure in the early detection of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). However, there are no data on urinary i-FABP in more advanced (Bell stage II /III) NEC. The aim...

journal_title：Journal of pediatric surgery

authors： Evennett NJ,Hall NJ,Pierro A,Eaton S

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00