• Advances in pediatric surgery
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• 제16권1호
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• pp.1-10
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• 2010

본 조사는 2007년부터 2009년까지 3년간 본 학회 정회원들에 의하여 수술받은 장폐쇄증 환아를 대상으로 한 후향적 조사이다. 또한 본 학회에서는 1994년부터 1996년까지 3년간의 증례를 대상으로 같은 조사(1 차조사)를 진행한 바 있다. 1 차 조사와 비교하여 본 조사에서 보이는 특징은 아래와 같이 요약할 수 있다. - 총 증례 수는 비슷하였으나 출생률을 감안하여야 할 것이다. - 각 기형별 비율은 비슷하였다. - 미숙아 및 저출생체중아의 비율은 증가 하였다. - 산전진단율은 증가하였다. - 복부단순촬영만 한 경우는 감소하였다. - 다른 기형이 동반된 예가 증가하였다. - 사망률이 13.8 %에서 3.6 %로 감소하였다. 장운동의 회복은 공장폐쇄증에서 십이지장이나 회장폐쇄증에서 보다 더뎠다. 하지만 십이지장-공장 이행부에서 문합부까지의 거리가 기술되지 않은 예가 많아 소위 "High Jejunal obstruction"에서의 장운동 회복기간을 알아 보지 못 하는 아쉬움이 있었다. 또한 주름형성술(plication) 또는 장의 직경을 줄이는 수술(tapering)의 효과도 시행한 예수가 작고, 문합부 위치의 기술 부족으로 알아 보지 못 하였다. 십이지장폐쇄증의 화타씨유두부와 위치 역시 향후 보다 정확한 수술기록을 토대로 조사되어야 할 것으로 생각된다. 치료 성적의 눈부신 향상은 여러 회원들의 각고의 노력과 의학의 발달에 기인한 것으로, 사망률 0 %를 향한 노력이 지속되어야 할 것이다.

• Advances in pediatric surgery
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• 제13권2호
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• pp.203-211
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• 2007

본 조사 결과는 21개 병원에서 수술 받은 환자 476명의 기록에 대한 전향적인 분석과 23명의 회원에 대한 설문 응답지에 의한 것이다. 미리 환자등록지를 배부하여 6개월 간 전향적으로 기록한 것으로 그 의의가 크다고 할 수 있다. 그러나 전향적 연구계획에 의한 것이 아니므로 통계적인 비교는 시도하지 않았고 급성충수염에 대한 회원들의 전체적인 의견과 성향을 파악하는데 중심을 두었다. 복강경수술은 아직 전체 충수절제술의 30 %에 못 미치고 있으나 설문지에 답한 회원 약 50 %가 복강경 충수절제술을 시행하고 있으며 이 숫자는 계속 증가할 것으로 보인다. 그러나 복강경수술의 결과는 아직 개복수술과 크게 차이가 없는 것으로 보인다. 한편 단순충수염에 대한 예방적 항생제투여 방법과 기간 등에 대한 설문결과에 큰 차이가 있어 이에 대한 학회 중심의 논의가 필요하다고 생각한다.

• Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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• 제24권1호
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• pp.65-74
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• 2021

Purpose: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has influenced the lives of people worldwide. Little is known about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the behavior and fears of pediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and their families. We conducted a survey to determine the COVID-19 exposure, related perceptions, and information sources; medication compliance; and patients' and parents' behaviors, fears, and physician contact. Methods: An anonymous cross-sectional survey of pediatric patients with IBD and their parents at one pediatric gastroenterology unit of a university medical center was performed. Results: A total of 46 pediatric patients with IBD and 44 parents completed the survey. Parents of pediatric patients with IBD had high fear of their children becoming infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. They perceived schools as the most hazardous environment, whereas the children did not. Half the pediatric patients with IBD feared infection. Patients and parents felt sufficiently informed about COVID-19. The primary source of guidance for pediatric patients was their parents (43%), followed by television and social media, whereas the parents mainly consulted internet news websites (52.2%), television, and public health institutes. Pediatric patients with IBD adhered to their prescribed medication. They also showed cautious behavior by enhancing hand hygiene (84%) and leaving the house less frequently than before. However, in-person medical visits remained favored over video consultations. Conclusion: Although parents expressed overprotective concerns, both parents and pediatric patients with IBD are coping well with the COVID-19 pandemic. IBD-relevant information should be actively conveyed.

• Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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• 제21권4호
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• pp.329-335
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• 2018

Loss of response to anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) agents in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a major consideration to maintain sustained response. Reversal of immunogenicity can re-establish response and increase the durability of these agents. Strategies to reverse immunogenicity include dose-intensification and/or the addition of an immunomodulator. However, there is a relative paucity of data on the efficacy of such interventions in pediatric IBD patients. Available reports have not strictly utilized homogenous mobility shift assay, which reports on anti-drug antibodies even in the presence of detectable drug, whereas prior studies have been confounded by the use of drug sensitive assays. We report four pediatric inflammatory bowel disease patients with successful reversal of immunogenicity on an anti-TNF agent using dose intensification and/or addition of an immunomodulator.

• Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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• 제23권1호
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• pp.15-25
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• 2020

Prevalence of pediatric obesity has increased worldwide in the last 20 years. Obese children suffer not only physical complications but also mental health problems such as depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and eating disorders, as well as psychosocial impairments, such as school adjustment problems, bullying, and low self-esteem. Recently, there have been some studies on the association of mental health problems and pediatric obesity. In the treatment of pediatric obesity, many previous studies suggest multidisciplinary treatment. However, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has attracted attention because obese children are accompanied by body image distortion, emotion dysregulation, and difficulties in stimulus control. This review is a narrative summary of the recent studies on mental health problems and CBT in pediatric obesity. The relationship between depression/anxiety and pediatric obesity is still inconsistent but recent studies have revealed a bidirectional relation between depression and obesity. Additionally, some studies suggest that obese children may have eating disorder symptoms, like loss of control eating, and require therapeutic intervention for pediatric obesity treatment. Furthermore, impulsivity and inattention of ADHD symptom is thought to increase the risk of obesity. It has also been suggested that CBT can be very effective for mental health problems such as depression, impulsivity, and body image distortion, that may coexist with pediatric obesity, and use of multimedia and application can be useful in CBT.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제60권3호
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• pp.282-288
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• 2017

A variety of complications in endoscopic third ventriculostomy have been reported, including neurovascular injury, hemodynamic alterations, endocrinologic abnormalities, electrolyte imbalances, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, fever and infection. Even though most complications are transient, the overall rate of permanent morbidity is 2.38% and the overall mortality rate is 0.28%. To avoid these serious complications, we should keep in mind potential complications and how to prevent them. Proper decisions with regard to surgical indication, choice of endoscopic entry and trajectory, careful endoscopic procedures with anatomic orientation, bleeding control and tight closure are emphasized for the prevention of complications.

• Advances in pediatric surgery
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• 제18권1호
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• pp.18-23
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• 2012

Totally implantable venous devices (TIVD)는 장기간 항암 화학 요법이나 총 정맥 영양, 수액치료가 필요한 환자에서 많이 사용된다. TIVD는 매우 유용하고 안전한 장치이지만, 이와 관련된 다양한 합병증이 보고 되어 왔다. 저자들은 카테터의 혈관 내 유착에 의해 TIVD의 제거가 불완전하게 된 2예를 경험하였기에 보고하는 바이다.

• Journal of Dental Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
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• 제20권5호
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• pp.303-312
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• 2020

Background: Lidocaine is the gold standard local anesthetic (LA) for UK pediatric dental treatment. Recent reports suggest frequent Articaine use in Europe and Canada, with evidence indicating more profound anesthesia. The aim of this study was to examine pediatric dentistry specialist experiences and practices relating to Articaine administration in the UK. Methods: A literature review was followed by a survey using an anonymous 15-item electronic questionnaire, which was sent to 200 registered British Society of Pediatric Dentistry (BSPD) specialists. Descriptive analyses, Z score, chi-squared test, Fisher's exact test, and Spearman's correlation test were performed. Results: Sixty-one (30.5%) participants responded, and 12 (19.7%) indicated Articaine as their first line anesthetic. Articaine was used daily or weekly by 38 (62.3%) respondents, depending on the clinical context. Articaine was commonly used to avoid inferior alveolar nerve blocks and gain more profound anesthesia in abscessed or hypomineralized teeth. Participants reported significantly more adverse effects with lidocaine (Fisher's exact test, P < 0.0001) than with Articaine. Articaine was most often administered in children aged > 4 years via infiltration techniques. Only 15 (24.6%) respondents reported awareness of guidelines for Articaine use in pediatric patients. Conclusions: Articaine use in pediatric dentistry is common; however, evidence supporting its practice is limited. Several specialists follow conventions based on anecdotal evidence. Formulating guidance to aid decision-making when treating pediatric patients under LA would be beneficial.

• Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care
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• 제27권2호
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• pp.51-63
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• 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to clarify the concept of pediatric hospice and palliative care through conceptual analysis. It also sought to identify the differences between related concepts such as pediatric death care and pediatric spiritual care, in order to provide foundational data for the development of nursing theory and knowledge. Methods: A conceptual analysis of pediatric hospice and palliative care was conducted using Rodgers' evolutionary method. Out of 5,013 papers identified, 28 were selected for detailed reading and analysis. Results: Pediatric hospice and palliative care encompasses physical, psychological, social, mental, spiritual, and family care for children with acute and chronic diseases with uncertain prognoses ahead of death, as well as their families. Effective pediatric hospice and palliative care will require multidisciplinary team nursing, effective communication, and supportive policies. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that providing pediatric hospice and palliative care will lead to improvements in pain relief for children and families, the efficiency of responses to death in children, and the quality of life for children and families. The significance of this study is that it clearly clarifies the concept by analyzing pediatric hospice and palliative care using an evolutionary method.

• Advances in pediatric surgery
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.155-166
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• 2006

Inguinal hernia is the most common disease treated by the pediatric surgeon. There are several controversial aspects of management 1)the optimal timing of surgical repair, especially for preterm babies, 2)contralateral groin exploration during repair of a clinically unilateral hernia, 3)use of laparoscope in contralateral groin exploration, 4)timing of surgical repair of cord hydrocele, 5)perioperative pain control, 6)perioperative management of anemia. In this survey, we attempted to determine the approach of members of KAPS to these aspects of hernia treatment. A questionnaire by e-mail or FAX was sent to all members. The content of the questionnaire were adapted from the "American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Surgery hernia survey revisited (J Pediatr Surg 40, 1009-1014, 2005)". For full-term male baby, most surgeons (85.7 %) perform an elective operation as soon as diagnosis was made. For reducible hernia found in ex-preterm infants already discharged from the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), 76.2 % of surgeons performed an elective repair under general anesthesia (85.8 %). 42.9 % of the surgeons performed the repair just before discharge. For same-day surgery for the ex-premature baby, the opinion was evenly divided. For an inguinal hernia with a contralateral undescended testis in a preterm baby, 61.9 % of surgeons choose to 'wait and see' until 12 month of age. The most important consideration in deciding the timing of surgery of inguinal hernia in preterm baby was the existence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (82.4 %), episode of apnea/bradycardia on home monitoring (70.6 %). Most surgeons do not explore the contralateral groin during unilateral hernia repair. Laparoscope has not been tried. Most surgeons do not give perioperative analgesics or blood transfusion.