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Laparoscopic-assisted anorectal pull-through for anorectal malformations: a systematic review and the need for standardization of outcome reporting

Laparoscopic-assisted anorectal pull-through (LAARP)

Laparoscopic-assisted anorectal pull-through (LAARP) Abstract Introduction Laparoscopic-assisted anorectal pull-through (LAARP) is becoming an increasingly common procedure to correct high and intermediate anorectal malformations (ARMs). The aim of this review was to evaluate worldwide experiences with LAARP with regard to indications, outcomes, and quality of reporting. Method A systematic review was conducted. The search was limited […]

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5-year outcomes of 1-stage gastric band removal and sleeve gastrectomy

5-year outcomes of 1-stage gastric band removal and sleeve gastrectomy (Conversion-LSG)

5-year outcomes of 1-stage gastric band removal and sleeve gastrectomy (Conversion-LSG) Abstract Background No verdict has been reached on single-stage removal of gastric banding with sleeve gastrectomy. Objectives To report 5-year outcomes of 1-stage gastric band removal and sleeve gastrectomy (Conversion-LSG) compared with primary laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (Prim-LSG). Setting Large single-surgeon prospective database. Methods Two

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Strategy to combat obesity and to promote physical activity in Arab countries

Strategy to combat obesity and to promote physical activity in Arab countries Abstract Abdulrahman O Musaiger1, Hazzaa M Al Hazzaa2, Aayed Al-Qahtani3, Jalila Elati4, Jasem Ramadan5, Nebal A AboulElla6, Najat Mokhtar7, Hashem A Kilani81Arab Center for Nutrition, Bahrain; 2,3King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, 4National Institute of Nutrition, Tunisia; 5University of Kuwait, Kuwait; 6National Nutrition Institute,

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Laparoscopic-assisted sigmoid resection for colonic ectasia in a neonate

Laparoscopic-assisted sigmoid resection for colonic ectasia in a neonate Abstract A 2.7-kg, 2-day-old girl was diagnosed to have a colonic ectasia and malrotation. She underwent laparoscopic resection of the ectatic segment and Ladd procedure. To our knowledge, such a laparoscopic resection of a colonic ectasia in a neonate has not been reported previously in the

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Bariatric surgery in monogenic and syndromic forms of obesity

Bariatric surgery in monogenic and syndromic forms of obesity Abstract Currently, no topic is more controversial in bariatric surgery than performing these procedures on children with monogenic and syndromic forms of obesity. The medical community and the caregivers of those patients are struggling to find a solution that can alleviate their suffering and save their life. In

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Congenital Morgagni’s hernia: A national multicenter study

Congenital Morgagni’s hernia: A national multicenter study Abstract Background Congenital Morgagni’s hernia (CMH) is rare and represents less than 5% of all congenital diaphragmatic hernias. This is a national review of our experience with CMH outlining clinical presentation, methods of diagnosis, associated anomalies, treatment, and outcome. Patients and methods The medical records of all patients

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Evidence Base for Multidisciplinary Care of Pediatric/Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Patients

Evidence Base for Multidisciplinary Care of Pediatric/Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Patients Abstract Purpose of Review Severe childhood obesity, defined as having a body mass index (BMI) greater than the 99th percentile for age and gender, is rising in most countries and is associated with early morbidity and mortality. Optimal management of the health of the child

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Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty in 109 Consecutive Children and Adolescents With Obesity

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty in 109 Consecutive Children and Adolescents With Obesity: Two-Year Outcomes of a New Modality Abstract OBJECTIVES:  Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) uses full-thickness sutures that restrict the stomach to a sleeve-like configuration. There is no published evidence on endoscopic tissue apposition techniques in pediatric patients. In this article, we report our ESG experience

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Laparoscopic Removal of Poor Outcome Gastric Banding with Concomitant Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Removal of Poor Outcome Gastric Banding with Concomitant Sleeve Gastrectomy Abstract Background Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) has a significant incidence of long-term failure, which may require an alternative revisional bariatric procedure to remediate. Unfortunately, there is few data pinpointing which specific revisional procedure most effectively addresses failed gastric banding. Recently, it has been

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Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in children and adolescents with Prader-Willi syndrome: a matched-control study

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in children and adolescents with Prader-Willi syndrome: a matched-control study Abstract Background Obesity is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). Objectives To study weight loss and growth after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) in pediatric patients with PWS compared with those without the syndrome. Setting Academic center with

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