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View article: A Bladder Matter: Redefining the Grading System for Pediatric Hemorrhagic Cystitis
A Bladder Matter: Redefining the Grading System for Pediatric Hemorrhagic Cystitis Open
Introduction: Pediatric hemorrhagic cystitis (HC) is a morbid, understudied condition ranging from microscopic hematuria to life-threatening hemorrhage. Existing grading systems, based on adult populations, fail to account for pediatric-sp…
View article: Fused variant of crossed testicular ectopia: A case report and discussion of the literature
Fused variant of crossed testicular ectopia: A case report and discussion of the literature Open
Fusion variants of CTE are extremely rare. This case provides the first surgical description of infant fused CTE and highlights the importance of laparoscopy in management.
View article: Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty
Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty Open
Strategies and techniques for minimally invasive pyeloplasty in the pediatric population will be reviewed. Included in this will be a thorough assessment and evaluation as well as technical considerations for multiport and emerging single …
View article: Bladder Exstrophy on Youtube: An Evaluation of Quality, Actionability, and User Engagement
Bladder Exstrophy on Youtube: An Evaluation of Quality, Actionability, and User Engagement Open
View article: Clear as Mud: Readability Scores in Cloacal Exstrophy Literature and Its Treatment
Clear as Mud: Readability Scores in Cloacal Exstrophy Literature and Its Treatment Open
Caregiver-directed health information regarding CE and its treatment available online is written at the 11th grade reading level or above. Online resources pertaining to CE must be simplified to be effective.
View article: Editorial: New methods for old dilemmas
Editorial: New methods for old dilemmas Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Pediatr., 29 September 2023Sec. Pediatric Urology Volume 11 - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fped.2023.1289472
View article: Current management of classic bladder exstrophy in the modern era
Current management of classic bladder exstrophy in the modern era Open
Background Classic bladder exstrophy is a complex, multi-system congenital malformation affecting formation of the genitourinary system, pelvis, and abdominal wall. Main body Historically children with this abnormality were consigned to po…
View article: A Single-Institutional Experience With Prenatal Diagnosis of Cloacal Exstrophy: Room for Improvement
A Single-Institutional Experience With Prenatal Diagnosis of Cloacal Exstrophy: Room for Improvement Open
View article: Complicating the already complex? Readability scores in bladder exstrophy and its treatment
Complicating the already complex? Readability scores in bladder exstrophy and its treatment Open
Purpose Classic bladder exstrophy (CBE), is a complex congenital malformation affecting formation of the lower abdominal wall and bladder. This study evaluates the readability of common online resources regarding CBE and its treatment. We …
View article: From Start-to-Finish: A Partnership With Advanced Practice Providers in Tele-Consultation Within Pediatric Urology
From Start-to-Finish: A Partnership With Advanced Practice Providers in Tele-Consultation Within Pediatric Urology Open
Background Telemedicine is now commonplace and an accepted modality for delivering health care due to the coronavirus pandemic. It has proven useful in increasing access to traditionally limited subspecialties and bridged the gap of local …
View article: Minimally Invasive Robotic-Assisted Cystolithotomy in a Complicated Urinary Diversion: A Feasible and Safe Approach
Minimally Invasive Robotic-Assisted Cystolithotomy in a Complicated Urinary Diversion: A Feasible and Safe Approach Open
Urinary diversion following radical cystectomy and neoadjuvant chemotherapy is the gold standard for the management of muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Urinary diversions are at an increased risk of urolithiasis as a result of various facto…
View article: Utilizing trans-scrotal percutaneous cystolitholapaxy in the case of massive inguinoscrotal herniation of the bladder with concomitant bladder calculi
Utilizing trans-scrotal percutaneous cystolitholapaxy in the case of massive inguinoscrotal herniation of the bladder with concomitant bladder calculi Open
View article: Dysfunctional Voiding: Does a validated urine color scale correlate with dysfunctional voiding severity score?
Dysfunctional Voiding: Does a validated urine color scale correlate with dysfunctional voiding severity score? Open
Introduction Dysfunctional voiding (DV), defined as abnormal coordination between the urinary sphincter and the detrusor muscle in a neurologically intact individual, affects approximately 40% of patients that populate pediatric urology cl…
View article: New Methods of Reconstruction for Old Challenges: The Use of the Integra Graft in Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections of the Male Genitalia
New Methods of Reconstruction for Old Challenges: The Use of the Integra Graft in Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections of the Male Genitalia Open
In this paper, we describe two cases of Fournier’s gangrene (FG) in which Integra grafting was used for reconstruction. FG is a progressive necrotizing infection occurring in the perineal region and on the external genitalia. Reconstructiv…
View article: The utilization of perfused cadaver simulation in urologic training: a pilot study
The utilization of perfused cadaver simulation in urologic training: a pilot study Open
Background We sought to determine if participating in a surgical training session using perfused fresh human cadavers (PFHC) had a positive effect on urology residents’ confidence in performing open and endoscopic procedures. Methods Urolo…
View article: Robot-assisted laparoscopic repair of a huge sliding inguinal hernia of the urinary bladder, left ureter and sigmoid colon
Robot-assisted laparoscopic repair of a huge sliding inguinal hernia of the urinary bladder, left ureter and sigmoid colon Open
View article: The Use of Barbed Suture for Cystotomy Repair --- A Novel Approach
The Use of Barbed Suture for Cystotomy Repair --- A Novel Approach Open
Background In this study, we aim to compare outcomes after cystotomy repair between standard sutures (910 polyglactin, poliglecaprone) versus barbed (V-Loc™ 90) suture. As a secondary outcome, we analyzed risk factors for suture preference…
View article: Two halves of a whole: Bilobed testis case report and implications in management of a rare condition
Two halves of a whole: Bilobed testis case report and implications in management of a rare condition Open
View article: Choosing the Right Catheter for Pediatric Procedures: Patient Considerations and Preference
Choosing the Right Catheter for Pediatric Procedures: Patient Considerations and Preference Open
Determining the need for bladder decompression and urinary diversion in the perioperative pediatric surgical patient can cause a clinical conundrum for the surgical team. Add in the several different types of urinary diversion devices poss…
View article: Pediatric PCNL – Past challenges and future directions
Pediatric PCNL – Past challenges and future directions Open
View article: Rare late presentation of bilateral single system intravesical ureteroceles complicated with ureterolithiasis: Case report and literature review
Rare late presentation of bilateral single system intravesical ureteroceles complicated with ureterolithiasis: Case report and literature review Open
Bilateral intravesical ureteroceles is a rare condition where both ureters terminally end in cystic dilations in the urinary bladder. Herein, a 31-year-old male patient presented with severe right flank pain and gross hematuria. Upon compu…
View article: Prenatally Diagnosed Testicular Torsion: A Rare Condition That Causes Dilemma in Management
Prenatally Diagnosed Testicular Torsion: A Rare Condition That Causes Dilemma in Management Open
Background . Prenatal testicular torsion (PTT) is exceedingly rare in intrauterine development, often diagnosed at the time of birth and very rarely diagnosed in utero during routine gestational ultrasound. As a result, incidence is unknow…
View article: A Rare Case of Urinary Tract Fungal Ball Leading to Fungemia and Bilateral Chorioretinitis
A Rare Case of Urinary Tract Fungal Ball Leading to Fungemia and Bilateral Chorioretinitis Open
Background. Fungemia due to obstructive urinary tract fungal ball is exceedingly rare. These patients often have multiple predisposing conditions, including diabetes or antimicrobial exposure. While candiduria can be relatively common in t…
View article: Traumatic Bladder Ruptures: A Ten-Year Review at a Level 1 Trauma Center
Traumatic Bladder Ruptures: A Ten-Year Review at a Level 1 Trauma Center Open
Bladder rupture occurs in only 1.6% of blunt abdominopelvic trauma cases. Although rare, bladder rupture can result in significant morbidity if undiagnosed or inappropriately managed. AUA Urotrauma Guidelines suggest that urethral catheter…
View article: Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Management of Persistent Mullerian Duct Structures in a Male Infant: A Novel Technique
Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Management of Persistent Mullerian Duct Structures in a Male Infant: A Novel Technique Open
Background: Persistent Mullerian duct syndrome (PMDS) is a rare disorder of sexual development that results in the presence of internal female reproductive structures in male children who are otherwise phenotypically normal. …
View article: Adverse Effects Profile of Dicycloplatin (DCP) Offers Chemotherapeutic Advantage Over Cisplatin and Carboplatin
Adverse Effects Profile of Dicycloplatin (DCP) Offers Chemotherapeutic Advantage Over Cisplatin and Carboplatin Open
Dicycloplatin is a promising drug in cancer chemotherapy with less aggressive side-effects than those typically associated with cisplatin and carboplatin. This is an important therapeutic advantage in cancer chemotherapy. Clinical investig…
View article: Ossifying Renal Tumor of Infancy: Laparoscopic Treatment and Literature Review
Ossifying Renal Tumor of Infancy: Laparoscopic Treatment and Literature Review Open
We present an unusual case of a rare ossifying renal tumor of infancy. A 6-month-old male initially presented with gross hematuria and without any palpable abdominal mass. Renal ultrasound and MRI showed a right lower pole, calcified, endo…
View article: Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Surgery in Pediatric Urology: Capacity Building and Reflecting on Five Years’ Experience in West Virginia
Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Surgery in Pediatric Urology: Capacity Building and Reflecting on Five Years’ Experience in West Virginia Open
Robotic surgery was born at the turn of the millennium as it was first approved by the US food and Drug Administration in 2000 with the introduction of the da Vinci (Intuitive Surgical, Inc., Mountain View, Ca) robotic surgical platform. H…
View article: Massive Ingunoscrotal Bladder Herniation with Calculi, and Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Massive Ingunoscrotal Bladder Herniation with Calculi, and Bladder Outlet Obstruction Open
Scrotal herniation of the bladder is a rare event and can be associated with bladder outlet obstruction, bladder infarction and renal impairment. This condition is also associated with a significant mortality rate. We present a case report…
View article: The Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Idiopathic Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Case Study
The Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Idiopathic Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Case Study Open
Idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSHL) is an otologic emergency that can provoke anxiety in the patient and can be clinically challenging for the practitioner. The natural history of the condition can be as varied as its poss…