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View article: Mesenteric Cystic Lymphangioma Causing Small Bowel Obstruction in a Neonate
Mesenteric Cystic Lymphangioma Causing Small Bowel Obstruction in a Neonate Open
Mesenteric cystic lymphangiomas (MCLs) are benign malformations of the lymphatic system that are most commonly diagnosed during childhood. The range of presentation varies with anatomic location. MCLs of the gastrointestinal tract can lead…
View article: Penetrating Pellet Gun Injury to the Neck and Embolization to the Right Ventricle
Penetrating Pellet Gun Injury to the Neck and Embolization to the Right Ventricle Open
View article: Incarcerated Gastric Volvulus and Splenic Herniation in Undiagnosed Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia in an Infant
Incarcerated Gastric Volvulus and Splenic Herniation in Undiagnosed Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia in an Infant Open
Acute gastric volvulus, diaphragmatic hernia, pediatric.
View article: Acute Paresthesia and Ataxia in a Child
Acute Paresthesia and Ataxia in a Child Open
A preschool-age child presented with complaints of generalized weakness and paresthesia in all fingers.On admission, reduced muscle strength of all extremities (2/5) and areflexia of both legs were noted.Vital signs were within normal limi…
View article: Ingestion of kinetic sand leading to intussusception and bowel obstruction in a child: a case report
Ingestion of kinetic sand leading to intussusception and bowel obstruction in a child: a case report Open
Intussusception is considered a medical emergency and should be treated as soon as possible before potentially fatal complications occur. This report serves to highlight the potential dangers of kinetic sand ingestion and provide guidance …
View article: Referee report. For: Case Report: Gallstone ileus management - Case report and review of the literature [version 1; peer review: 1 approved]
Referee report. For: Case Report: Gallstone ileus management - Case report and review of the literature [version 1; peer review: 1 approved] Open
View article: Midgut volvulus in a pediatric patient with chronic constipation, congenital intestinal malrotation and internal transmesocolic hernia
Midgut volvulus in a pediatric patient with chronic constipation, congenital intestinal malrotation and internal transmesocolic hernia Open
Congenital intestinal malrotation occurs in 1 of 500 newborns and can predispose patients to intestinal volvulus and internal herniation, putting patients at risk for intestinal ischaemia. A male patient in early childhood with a history o…
View article: Substance Abuse and Rural Appalachian Pediatric Trauma in West Virginia
Substance Abuse and Rural Appalachian Pediatric Trauma in West Virginia Open
Introduction. Rural Appalachia is endemic to issues such as substance abuse, poverty, and lack of community support, all of which negatively influence health outcomes. The incidence of pediatric trauma as it relates to substance abuse is o…
View article: Hybrid Single-Port Cholecystectomy Pediatric Gallbladder Volvulus
Hybrid Single-Port Cholecystectomy Pediatric Gallbladder Volvulus Open
View article: Topical heat shock protein 70 prevents imiquimod-induced psoriasis-like inflammation in mice
Topical heat shock protein 70 prevents imiquimod-induced psoriasis-like inflammation in mice Open
View article: Novel Modified Seldinger Technique for Gastrojejunal Feeding Tube Placement
Novel Modified Seldinger Technique for Gastrojejunal Feeding Tube Placement Open
The modified Seldinger technique for percutaneous endoscopic GJ tube placement is a safe and efficient procedure in both children and adults. Further studies are necessary to prove its reproducibility in other centers and to compare it to …
View article: Hybrid Single-Port Cholecystectomy Vs Four-Port Cholecystectomy in Children
Hybrid Single-Port Cholecystectomy Vs Four-Port Cholecystectomy in Children Open
Hybrid single-port laparoscopic cholecystectomy in children with uncomplicated gallbladder disease is feasible and equally safe, with similar intra- and postoperative outcomes compared with the conventional 4-port approach. It can contribu…
View article: Intracorporeal hybrid single port vs conventional laparoscopic appendectomy in children
Intracorporeal hybrid single port vs conventional laparoscopic appendectomy in children Open
Transumbilical laparoscopic assisted appendectomy combines laparoscopic single port dissection with open appendectomy after exteriorization of the appendix through the port site. Compared to the conventional three-port approach, this techn…
View article: Asymmetric Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis with Concurrent Pancreatic Rest Presenting as Gastric Outlet Obstruction
Asymmetric Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis with Concurrent Pancreatic Rest Presenting as Gastric Outlet Obstruction Open
View article: Umbilical Negative Pressure Dressing for Transumbilical Appendectomy in Childern
Umbilical Negative Pressure Dressing for Transumbilical Appendectomy in Childern Open
Application of an umbilical negative-pressure dressing with dry gauze lowers the rate of umbilical site infections in patients undergoing transumbilical laparoscopic-assisted appendectomy for acute appendicitis.
View article: Laparoscopic Extracorporeal Appendectomy in Overweight and Obese Children
Laparoscopic Extracorporeal Appendectomy in Overweight and Obese Children Open
The SP technique for acute appendicitis was found to have a significantly shorter OT and lower cost in all weight groups. There were minimal differences in LOS. SP should be considered in patients with acute appendicitis, regardless of the…
View article: Laparoscopic excision of a ciliated hepatic foregut cyst in a child: A case report and review of the literature
Laparoscopic excision of a ciliated hepatic foregut cyst in a child: A case report and review of the literature Open
This case report suggests that laparoscopy may be safe and effective for resection of CHFCs with favorable anatomy such as peripheral location and noninvolvement of key vascular and biliary structures.
View article: Temporary Retrograde Occlusion of High-Flow Tracheo-Esophageal Fistula
Temporary Retrograde Occlusion of High-Flow Tracheo-Esophageal Fistula Open
This report describes a temporary retrograde occlusion technique for control of a high-flow tracheo-esophageal fistula in a critically ill, premature infant born at 29 weeks’ gestational age, with a diagnosis of type C (Gross) esophageal a…
View article: Abdominal compartment syndrome associated with Norovirus infection
Abdominal compartment syndrome associated with Norovirus infection Open
View article: Endoscopic Gastrostomy Button With Double-Lasso U-Stitch in Children
Endoscopic Gastrostomy Button With Double-Lasso U-Stitch in Children Open
The endoscopic primary gastrostomy button placement with a transcutaneous lasso U-stitch is a safe, fast, elegant, and cost-effective alternative to a standard percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy placement.