Bladder and Cloacal Exstrophy

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Bladder and Cloacal Exstrophy The exstrophy–epispadias complex (EEC) is a spectrum of embryological abnormalities. Diagnoses within the EEC range in severity from those involving only one organ to others that…
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Splenic Conditions

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Introduction The essential role of the spleen in the defense against bacterial organisms is well documented. King and Schumacker first described the susceptibility of splenectomized infants to infection in 1952….
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Early Assessment and Management of Trauma

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Introduction The evolution of the management of traumatically injured children has paralleled the practice of pediatric surgery since its inception with Dr. Ladd in the early 20th century. On December…
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Burns

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In 1953, a 49% total body surface area (TBSA) burn in a child was associated with a 50% risk of mortality. Today, following major advancements in burn care, even an…
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Vascular Access

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Introduction Vascular access is essential to the treatment of sick children and is thus a common component in the practice of pediatric surgery. Vascular access in pediatric patients is required…
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