Emergency Pediatric Surgery, An Issue of Surgical Clinics, 1e (The Clinics: Surgery) (PDF)

Pediatric Surgery: An Expansive Examination in Surgical Clinics of North America

This edition of Surgical Clinics of North America delves into the specialized realm of Pediatric Surgery, meticulously curated under the editorial guidance of renowned surgeons Drs. Todd Ponsky and Aaron Garrison.

Within its pages, a comprehensive array of articles await readers, illuminating a broad spectrum of pediatric surgical concerns and their management.

A Deep Dive into Organ Injuries and Beyond

• Solid Organ Injury in Pediatric Surgery: Explores the unique challenges and management strategies of solid organ injuries in children.

Unveiling Non-Accidental Trauma

• Non-accidental Trauma in Pediatric Surgery: Sheds light on the identification, evaluation, and treatment of non-accidental trauma in the pediatric population.

Thorough Spine and Head Assessments

• Head and C-spine Evaluation for the Pediatric Surgeon: Provides invaluable insights into the comprehensive evaluation and management of head and cervical spine injuries in pediatric patients.

Mastering Abdominal Trauma Evaluation

• Abdominal Trauma Evaluation for the Pediatric Surgeon: Equips surgeons with the knowledge and skills to accurately assess and manage abdominal trauma in children.

Laparoscopy’s Vital Role in Trauma

• The Role of Laparoscopy in Pediatric Trauma: Highlights the advantages and applications of laparoscopy in the evaluation and treatment of pediatric trauma.

Ensuring Airway and Esophageal Safety

• The Pediatric Airway and Esophageal Foreign Bodies: Offers a comprehensive guide to the management of airway and esophageal foreign bodies in pediatric patients.

Understanding Appendicitis in Children

• Pediatric Appendicitis: Explores the diagnosis, management, and potential complications associated with appendicitis in children.

Intussusception and Lower GI Bleeding

• Intussusception and Lower GI Bleeding: Provides a thorough overview of intussusception and lower gastrointestinal bleeding, with a focus on pediatric management.

Pediatric Vascular Access

• Pediatric Vascular Access: Discusses the various techniques and considerations involved in establishing vascular access in pediatric patients.

Incarcerated Hernias in Children

• Pediatric Incarcerated Hernias: Examines the diagnosis, management, and potential complications of incarcerated hernias in children.

Malrotation and Midgut Volvulus

• Malrotation and Midgut Volvulus in Pediatric Surgery: Delves into the intricacies of malrotation and midgut volvulus, outlining their management and potential complications.

Testicular Torsion in Boys

• Pediatric Testicular Torsion: Provides a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis, management, and potential complications of testicular torsion in pediatric patients.

Wound Care in Pediatric Patients

• Soft Tissue Abscess and Complex Wound Closure in Pediatric Surgery: Explores the diagnosis, management, and advanced wound care techniques for soft tissue abscesses and complex wounds in children.

Ovarian Torsion in Girls

• Pediatric Ovarian Torsion: Discusses the presentation, diagnosis, and management of ovarian torsion in pediatric patients.

Optimizing Anesthesia for Pediatric Surgery

• Timing of Anesthesia for Pediatric Surgery: Examines the crucial factors and considerations involved in determining the optimal timing of anesthesia for pediatric surgical procedures.