As many meta-analyses comparing pediatric minimally invasive to open surgery can be
found in the literature, the aim of this review is to summarize the current state of minimally …

Introduction Despite its wide acceptance, the superiority of laparoscopic versus open
pediatric surgery has remained controversial. There is still a call for well-founded evidence …

Introduction Inguinal hernia repairs (IHR) are commonly performed by pediatric surgeons in
the United States. The operative approach depends on surgeon preference with no …

Purpose We hypothesize that laparoscopic (LA) or open appendectomy (OA) outcomes are
associated with hospital procedure preference. Methods We queried Kids' Inpatient …

Here, we describe the current laparoscopic procedures for prolapse surgery and report data
based on the application of these procedures. We also evaluate current approaches in …

Background Acute complicated appendicitis is a common abdominal emergency in children.
Unlike simple appendicitis, laparoscopic appendectomy has not been considered yet the …

Background There is wide variability and considerable controversy regarding the
classification of appendicitis and the need for postoperative antibiotics. This study aimed to …

Introduction Transumbilical laparoscopic-assisted appendectomy (TULAA) is the technique
of choice for all types of appendicitis in our Department. It combines the advantages of …

Amaç: Açık, klasik multiport laparoskopi ve single insizyon laparoskopik cerrahinin (SILS)
dezavantajlarının daha az olduğu torakoport yardımlı laparoskopik apendektomi …

Background We aimed to investigate the trends in occurrence and the treatment approaches
of appendicitis in Finnish children. Material and methods All patients aged< 16 y …