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Anal fissures, hemorrhoids, and abscesses are not a very comfortable topic, but they are fairly common in the pediatric population. Join Dr. Nelson Rosen for the latest treatment algorithms and recommendations regarding pediatric anal pathology. Rentea RM, St Peter SD. Pediatric Rectal Prolapse. Clin Colon Rectal Surg. 2018;31(2):108-116. doi:10.1055/s-0037-1609025 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29487493/ Christison-Lagay ER, Hall JF, Wales PW, et al. Nonoperative management of perianal abscess in infants is associated with decreased risk for fistula formation. Pediatrics. 2007;120(3):e548-e552. doi:10.1542/peds.2006-3092 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17682038/ Rosen NG, Gibbs DL, Soffer SZ, Hong A, Sher M, Peña A. The nonoperative management of fistula-in-ano. J Pediatr Surg. 2000;35(6):938-939. doi:10.1053/jpsu.2000.6931 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10873039/ Goddard GR, Lim IIP, Cheng YC, et al. A child presents with perianal symptoms - how often is this Crohn's disease?. J Pediatr Surg. 2021;56(

Dr. Jose Campos is back, this time helping us review some of the latest literature on the diagnosis and management of intussusception in children. In this podcast, we're reviewing a typical case with Dr. Todd Ponsky and incorporating literature from the last few years. Hosts: Rod Gerardo and Ellen Encisco Tsou, Po-Yang, et al. "Accuracy of point-of-care ultrasound and radiology-performed ultrasound for intussusception: a systematic review and meta-analysis." The American Journal of Emergency Medicine 37.9 (2019): 1760-1769. Accuracy of point-of-care ultrasound and radiology-performed ultrasound for intussusception: A systematic review and meta-analysis Liu, Shu Ting, et al. "Ultrasound-guided hydrostatic reduction versus fluoroscopy-guided air reduction for pediatric intussusception: a multi-center, prospective, cohort study." World Journal of Emergency Surgery 16.1 (2021): 1-7. Ultrasound-guided hydrostatic reduction versus fluoroscopy-guided air reduction for pediatric intussusception: a multi-center, pr

In Episode 27 we discuss how to evaluate, work up, and treat a complicated case of constipation in a toddler and answer the question, “could this be delayed Hirschsprung Disease?” Host: Shimon Jacobs

Omphalocele and Gastroschisis are abdominal wall defects encountered in the newborn. Join Dr. Foong-Yen Lim and Dr. Todd Ponsky to discuss the diagnosis and management of abdominal wall defects.

We're back with the second part of episode 2, management of overwhelming intestinal damage along with Drs. Michael Helmrath and Paul Wales from Intestinal Rehabilitation Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Article for further reading: Predicting Intestinal Adaptation in Pediatric Intestinal Failure - A Retrospective Cohort Study https://journals.lww.com/annalsofsurgery/Abstract/2019/05000/Predicting_Intestinal_Adaptation_in_Pediatric.31.aspx Hosts: Ellen Encisco & Rod Gerardo

Hepatoblastoma is the most common malignant liver tumor in the pediatric population but treatment strategies have changed dramatically over the past couple of decades so today we will review the basics of hepatoblastoma with Dr. Greg Tiao, MD - pediatric transplant surgeon at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

We're back with a new episode from the Intestinal Rehabilitation Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. This time we're talking about the management of overwhelming intestinal damage in conditions such as necrotizing enterocolitis and volvulus. This is the first of two parts on this topic, stay tuned for part 2! Hosts: Ellen Encisco & Rod Gerardo

Here's your latest podcast with the highlights from the December issue of JPS. We're joined by Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Whit Holcomb, as well as authors, Drs. Louise Montalva, Shaun Kunisaki, and Shawn St. Peter. Hosts: Ellen Encisco & Rod Gerardo Articles: Dagorno C, Montalva L, Ali L, et al. Enhancing recovery after minimally invasive surgery in children: A systematic review of the literature and meta-analysis. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. 2021 Apr 20. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00306-7/fulltext Etchill EW, Giuliano KA, Boss EF, et al. Association of operative approach with outcomes in neonates with esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula. Journal of pediatric surgery. 2021 Apr 20. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00308-0/fulltext Fraser JA, Briggs KB, Svetanoff WJ, Peter SD. Long-term outcomes and satisfaction rates after costal cartilage resection for slipping Rib syndrome. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. 2021 Jan 27. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-346

In this week's episode, Dr. Levitt and Dr. Frischer discuss perianal Crohn's disease with Dr. Lisa McMahon, director of the IBD center at Phoenix Children's Hospital and pediatric surgery fellow, Dr. Cristine Velazco. We'll go over how to approach a patient with perianal symptoms, when and how to evaluate for underlying IBD, and strategies for treatment in the OR and post operative period. Hosted by Dr. Shimon Jacobs

Pediatric surgeons Dr. Daniel Von Allmen and Dr. Todd Ponsky from Cincinnati children's Hospital discussing the technique for treating long gap esophageal atresia. For additional info please visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/CincinnatiChildrens/featured https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(15)00181-5/fulltext

In this episode, Dr. Marc Levitt and Dr. Jason Frischer discuss the complexities of the perineal groove with Dr. Jonathan Sutcliffe. Hosted by Dr. Amanda Jensen

We're back with the November issue of JPS article highlights. This time we're talking to Dr. Pablo Laje and authors Dr. Frederick Rescorla and Dr. Niloufar Hafezi. Hosts: Ellen Encisco & Rod Gerardo Articles: Rubalcava NS, Overman RE, Hirschl RB, Thirumoorthi AS. Central Line Placement at ECMO Decannulation: A Missed Opportunity. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00184-6/fulltext Hafezi N, Carpenter KL, Colgate CL, et al. Partial splenectomy in children: Long-term reoperative outcomes☆. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. 2021 Jan 8. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00018-X/fulltext Elhattab A, Elsaied A, Wafa T, et al. Thoracoscopic surgery for congenital lung malformations: Does previous infection really matter?. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. 2021 Jan 27. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00086-5/fulltext

The treatment for cloacal malformations are a great example of collaboration between pediatric colorectal surgery, gynecology, and urology. In today's episode, Dr. Marc Levitt and Dr. Jason Frischer talk to Dr. Richard Wood about the operative treatment for these patients. Hosted by Dr. Amanda Jensen and Dr. Hira Ahmad

At Pediactric Surgery Update Course 2021, Dr. Bethany Slater from UChicago Comer Children's Hospital and Dr. Steven Rothenberg from Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children sharing their cases on using magnet therapy as an alternative treatment option for esophageal atresia. Hosted by: Todd Ponsky, Rod Gerardo, Ellen Encisco

We’re starting a new series about intestinal rehabilitation and all of its intricacies. We’re joined by Drs. Michael Helmrath and Paul Wales, leaders of the Intestinal Rehabilitation Program at Cincinnati Children’s. Hosted by: Todd Ponsky, Rod Gerardo, Ellen Encisco

In the last few episodes of the Colorectal Quiz, we discussed obstructions in Hirschsprung disease. Now we're turning to another issue in Hirschsprung disease - the soiling patient. Along with Dr. Levitt and Dr. Frischer, we're joined by Dr. Hira Ahmad from Seattle Children's Hospital. Host: Amanda Jensen

There are recent updates about the management of lung metastases in osteosarcoma and deciding thoracotomy vs VATS is our topic for today. At the recent 2021 Pediatric Surgery Update Course, Dr. Anusua "Roshni" Dasgupta reviewed the latest literature. And now we're giving you the highlights in this video. Hosted by: Rod Gerardo, Ellen Encisco, Todd Ponsky

Congenital heart disease can become a complex mix of physiology and anomalous anatomy so today, we discuss the basics with Dr. Colleen Pater - a cardiologist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

Adrenal cortical tumors only make up <0.2% of all pediatric tumors. But to understand these rare lesions, you have to know the complex physiology of the adrenal gland. Here we review the workup, surgical management, and perioperative care with Dr. Dan von Allmen.

We're back with the October issue of JPS article highlights. This time we're talking to JPS Editor Dr. Paul Tam and authors Dr. Brittany Johnson, Dr. Nigel Hall, Dr. Richard Wood, and Dr. Giacomo Esposito. Hosts: Ellen Encisco & Rod Gerardo Articles: What Happens after the Hospital? An Analysis of Longitudinal Care Needs in Children Treated for Child Physical Abuse. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00428-0/fulltext Surgical necrotizing enterocolitis: Association between surgical indication, timing, and outcomes. https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00368-7/fulltext One-year impact of a bowel management program in treating fecal incontinence in patients with anorectal malformations https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00369-9/fulltext Predictive value of spinal bone anomalies for spinal cord abnormalities in patients with anorectal malformations https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(21)00387-0/fulltext