Incidence of COVID-19 in Pediatric Surgical Patients Among 3 US Children's Hospitals.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2020.2588
Abstract: This cohort study assesses the incidence of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in pediatric patients presenting for surgery at 3 tertiary care children’s hospitals across the US. read more here.
Keywords: children hospitals; pediatric surgical; covid pediatric; incidence covid ... See more keywords
Characterizing pediatric surgical capacity in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo: results of a pilot study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-017-4215-z
Abstract: PurposeCharacterize pediatric surgical capacity in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to identify areas of potential improvement.MethodsThe Pediatric Personnel, Infrastructure, Procedures, Equipment, and Supplies (PediPIPES) survey was used in two representative eastern DRC provinces… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; democratic republic; capacity; capacity eastern ... See more keywords
Epidemiology and mortality of pediatric surgical conditions: insights from a tertiary center in Uganda
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-019-04520-2
Abstract: The burden of pediatric surgical disease is largely unknown in low- and middle-income countries such as Uganda where access to care is limited. Implementation of a locally led database in January 2012 at a Ugandan… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; mortality; epidemiology; tertiary center ... See more keywords
Management for patients with pediatric surgical disease during the COVID-19 epidemic
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-020-04656-6
Abstract: The recent ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), spreads around the world. By March 31, this global pandemic has infected about 700,000 cases in more… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; treatment; surgical disease; covid ... See more keywords
The 34th international symposium on pediatric surgical research
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-022-05092-4
Abstract: On behalf of the Scientific Committee of the International Board of Pediatric Surgical Research: This year again due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic and resulting travel restrictions, the 34th International Symposium on Pediatric Surgical… read more here.
Keywords: international symposium; surgical research; pediatric surgical; research ... See more keywords
Role of interventional radiology in the management of complex pediatric surgical cases
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.105886
Abstract: Highlights • Interventional radiological (IR) procedures are safe alternatives to operative interventions in complex pediatric surgical scenarios.• These minimally-invasive procedures are associated with less post-procedural pain, early recovery and better cosmetic outcomes.• Temporizing IR procedures… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; interventional radiology; role interventional; complex pediatric ... See more keywords
Parental presence at induction of anesthesia: perceptions of a pediatric surgical department before and after program implementation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2018.01.007
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Parental presence at induction of general anesthesia (PPI) is highly desired by children and parents. However, it often faces resistance from medical personnel. We conducted a survey evaluating the perceptions of surgeons before and… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; ppi; implementation; parental presence ... See more keywords
Ovarian masses in the child and adolescent: An American Pediatric Surgical Association Outcomes and Evidence-Based Practice Committee systematic review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2018.08.058
Abstract: BACKGROUND The treatment of ovarian masses in pediatric patients should balance appropriate surgical management with the preservation of future reproductive capability. Preoperative estimation of malignant potential is essential to planning an optimal surgical strategy. METHODS… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; ovarian masses; evidence; review ... See more keywords
Firearm injuries and children: Position statement of the American Pediatric Surgical Association.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.03.001
Abstract: Firearm injuries are the second most common cause of death in children who come to a trauma center, and pediatric surgeons provide crucial care for these patients. The American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA) is committed… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; firearm injuries; position statement; surgical association ... See more keywords
Litigation Involving Pediatric Surgical Conditions.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.08.047
Abstract: PURPOSE Malpractice litigation among pediatric surgeons is a subject of concern and interest, but minimal factual data are known. Our goal was to investigate national litigation trends regarding pediatric surgical conditions. METHODS We queried WestlawNext… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; surgical conditions; litigation; involving pediatric ... See more keywords
Defining the critical pediatric surgical workforce density for improving surgical outcomes: a global study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2019.11.001
Abstract: PURPOSE Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have only 19% of the global surgical workforce yet see 80% of worldwide deaths from noncommunicable diseases. We aimed to interrogate the correlation between pediatric surgical workforce density (PSWD)… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric surgical; surgical outcomes; surgical workforce; workforce density ... See more keywords