Outcomes of adult native liver survivors with biliary atresia: the current situation in Japan
ConclusionAdult BA patients in Japan have limited options for LT, mainly owing to low donor candidate availability for LDLT and a low prevalence of DDLT. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - September 5, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Height-based formulas for predicting intravascular length of tunnelled neck central venous catheter in paediatric population
ConclusionIntravascular CVC length can be estimated using simple formulas based on height and insertion sites. Further prospective validation of the LEJV and LIJV formulas is needed. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - September 5, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Robotic versus laparoscopic radical surgery for pediatric congenital biliary dilatation: a comparison of surgical outcomes of a single surgeon ’s initial experience
ConclusionsLess anastomotic time per stitch and less time to drain removal suggest that RAS may contribute to accurate suturing and fine intra-pancreatic bile duct dissection. In addition, RAS requiring large movements of forceps in a large surgical field, such as Roux-en-Y creation, is inferior to LS. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - September 3, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Safety evaluation of a stepwise tracheostomy decannulation program in pediatric patients
ConclusionsPatients could fail at every phase of the program, suggesting that a stepwise decannulation program contributes to safety. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - September 2, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Frequency of infiltrating regulatory T-cells in the portal tract of biliary atresia
ConclusionThe number of Tregs infiltrating the portal tract was higher in BA patients. However, the infiltration of lymphocytes was also generally increased. Tregs appear to be unsuccessful in suppressing progressive inflammation in BA patients, despite recruitment to local sites. Investigation of Treg function in the local environment is warranted. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - September 1, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Lower urinary tract effects of ureteral stent length and intravesical position
ConclusionOur results suggest that stent-related irritative symptoms and urinary tract infections can be reduced in pediatric patients using a suitably sized ureteral stent and considering its intravesical position. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 31, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Surgical creation of lymphocutaneous fistulas for the management of infants with central lymphatic obstruction
ConclusionLCFs provide safe and effective temporary lymphatic decompression in patients with central lymphatic obstruction. While LCFs are not a cure, they can serve as a bridge to more definitive therapies or spontaneous lymphatic remodeling.Level of evidenceIV. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 31, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Lower urinary tract effects of ureteral stent length and intravesical position
ConclusionOur results suggest that stent-related irritative symptoms and urinary tract infections can be reduced in pediatric patients using a suitably sized ureteral stent and considering its intravesical position. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 31, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Surgical creation of lymphocutaneous fistulas for the management of infants with central lymphatic obstruction
ConclusionLCFs provide safe and effective temporary lymphatic decompression in patients with central lymphatic obstruction. While LCFs are not a cure, they can serve as a bridge to more definitive therapies or spontaneous lymphatic remodeling.Level of evidenceIV. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 31, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Correction to: Commentary on “Laparoscopic approach of pediatric adrenal tumors”
(Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 31, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
Long-term bowel function after single-stage transanal endorectal pull-through in neonatal patients with Hirschsprung disease
ConclusionMost HD patients who underwent one-stage TEPT in the neonatal period have favorable long-term results, and the level of aganglionosis with long-segment or TCA and long postoperative hospital stay may be closely related to subnormal bowel function. (Source: Pediatric Surgery International)
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - August 29, 2023 Category: Surgery Source Type: research
