European Journal of Pediatric Surgery

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Perinatal Testicular Torsion in Northern Ireland: A Nationwide 10-Year Review	20
The Transition of Care for Patients with Anorectal Malformations and Hirschsprung Disease: A European Survey	15
Comparing Efficacy of Regional Analgesia Techniques after Pediatric Inguinal Procedures	15
Artificial Intelligence Enhances Diagnostic Accuracy of Contrast Enemas in Hirschsprung Disease Compared to Clinical Experts	14
Near-Infrared Fluorescence Imaging with Intravenous Indocyanine Green Method in Segmentectomy for Infants with Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation	13
Association of Renal Function (Estimate Glomerular Filtration Rate) with the Number of Febrile Urinary Tract Infections in Children with Neurogenic Bladder	13
Microsurgical Varicocelectomy with Spermatic Vein to Superficial Epigastric Vein Bypass in Adolescents	12
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European Paediatric Surgeons' Association Consensus Statement on the Management of Neonatal Ovarian Simple Cysts	12
A Study of Safety and Effectiveness of Evicel Fibrin Sealant as an Adjunctive Hemostat in Pediatric Surgery	12
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Cryoanalgesia for Pain Management following Pectus Excavatum Repair: A Single-Center, Single-Blind, Parallel Design Study	12
Diagnosing Hirschsprung Disease in Children Younger than 6 Months of Age: Insights in Incidence of Complications of Rectal Suction Biopsy and Other Final Diagnoses	10
ERN eUROGEN Guidelines on the Management of Anorectal Malformations Part I: Diagnostics	10
Vocal Cord Paralysis after Repair of Esophageal Atresia	10
Research Involvement and Gender Disparities Among Pediatric Surgeons: A Multinational Survey	10
Acquired Diaphragmatic Hernia Following Pediatric Liver Transplantation: Incidence, Risk Factors, and Surgical Outcomes	9
The Development of the International Intestinal Failure Registry and an Overview of its Results	9
Posterior Tracheopexy for Tracheomalacia: A Study of Clinical and Radiological Consequences on Esophagus	9
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Laparoscopic Heller–Dor Is a Persistently Effective Treatment for Achalasia Even in Pediatric Patients: A 25-Year Experience at a Single Tertiary Center	8
Benchmarks for Pediatric Surgical Registries: Recommendations for the Assessment and Grading of Complications	8
Endoscopic Injections of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Piglet Esophagus Is Safe and Feasible but Did Not Result in any Significant Structural Changes 3 Days after Injection	8
Early versus Delayed Inguinal Hernia Repair in Preterm Neonates: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	8
Learning Curve and Early Outcomes of Thoracoscopic Anatomical Lesion Resection for Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation in Children: A Single-surgeon Experience	7

Enhancing AI Readiness in Pediatric Surgery: Impact of a Targeted Workshop on Knowledge and Competencies	7
Lateral Thoracic Expansion for Jeune's Syndrome, Surgical Approach, and Technical Details	7
Risk Factors for 30-day Mortality in Patients with Surgically Treated Necrotizing Enterocolitis: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study	7
Is There Gender (In)Equality in Pediatric Surgery? An Online Survey on Gender-Related Career Opportunities	6
Collaborative Efforts in Pediatric Surgery: Lessons from European Randomized Controlled Trials	6
Prevalence and One-Year Survival of Selected Major Congenital Anomalies in Germany: A Population-Based Cohort Study	6
Unlocking the Power of Data: Standardized Data Collection in Pediatric Surgery	6
Development Methodology, Availability, and Implementation of Core Outcome Sets in Pediatric Surgery	6
Esophageal Atresia and Gastric Ectopic Pancreas: Is There a Real Association?	6
Classification of Adverse Events in Adult Surgery	6
Analysis of Techniques in Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repairs across Pediatric Age Groups: EUPSA Trainees of European Pediatric Surgery Survey	6
Prenatal Intervention in High-Risk CPAM: Postnatal Outcomes After Fetal versus Standard Surgery: A Propensity Score Matched Study	5
Antegrade Continence Enema Alone for the Management of Functional Constipation and Segmental Colonic Dysmotility (ACE-FC): A Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium Study	5
Thoracoscopic Repair of Recurrent CDH is Associated with a Significantly Lower Complication Rate and Shorter ICU and Hospital Stay: A Prospective, Propensity Score-Matched Analysis	5
Laparoscopic versus Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Is Feasible in Infants with Caudal Anesthesia and Spontaneous Respiration	5
Learning of Intracorporal Knot Tying in Minimally Invasive Surgery by Video or Expert Instruction	5
European Pediatric Surgeons' Association Survey on Timing of Inguinal Hernia Repair in Premature Infants	5
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Evaluating Inter- and Intraobserver Agreement on Pectus Carinatum Severity and Treatment Outcomes: A Comparison of Subjective and Objective Assessment Methods	5
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A Modification of the Anoplasty Technique during a Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty and Anorectal Vaginal Urethroplasty Closure: The Para-U-Stitch to Prevent Wound Dehiscence	5
Corrigendum: Giant Omphalocele: Systematic Review of Pulmonary Complications and Implications for Neonatal Care	5
Moving toward the Development and Effective Implementation of High-Quality Guidelines in Pediatric Surgery: A Review of the Literature	5
Weight Loss and Durability of Gastric Banding in Adolescents with Severe Obesity; 8-year Follow-up of a Randomized Controlled Trial	5
Keijiro Suruga, MD (1920–2023)	5
Indirect Evidence for the Volume–Outcome Relationship in Corrective Surgery for Hirschsprung Disease: Insights from Adult Colorectal Surgery	5
Success of Antegrade Continence Enema (ACE) in Pediatric Patients with Impaired Fecal Control	4
The PPP - Perineal Body Preserving PSARP (Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty) for Anorectal Malformation with Rectovestibular Fistula in Females—Report of Early Outcomes	4
Does Timing of Resection Influence the Presence of Inflammation within Congenital Lung Malformations?	4
Point of Care Ultrasound in Pediatric Surgery across the European Region—European Pediatric Surgery Association Endorsed Survey	4
Caudal Block versus Wound Infiltration for Inguinal Procedures in Young Children: A Randomized Clinical Study	4
Rethinking Fistula Preservation in Anorectal Malformation Surgery: A Histopathological Perspective	4
A Narrative Review of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures and Their Application in Recent Pediatric Surgical Research: Advancing Knowledge and Offering New Perspectives to the Field	4
Postoperative Flank Bulge in Infants After Open CDH Repair: An Underreported Complication	4
Editorial	4
Hirschsprung-Associated Enterocolitis: Transformative Research from Bench to Bedside	4
In-Office Pit Excision for Pilonidal Disease Using Needle-Free Local Anesthesia: A Minimally Invasive, Non-Operative Treatment Approach	4
Detection of Traumatic and Postoperative Nerve Lesions following Upper Extremity Fractures in a Pediatric Cohort Using MR Neurography	4
From the Editor-in-Chief	4
Round Ligament Management in Percutaneous Inguinal Hernia Repair: Comparative Outcomes Using the FLAIR Technique in Girls	4
Social Determinants of Health Are Associated with Failed Bowel Management for Children with Anorectal Malformations	4
Development of the Urinary Tract in Fetal Rats: A Micro-CT Study	4
Patient-Reported Long-Term Gastrointestinal Outcomes in Children with Omphalocele and Gastroschisis: A PedsQL GI Module Study	4
Minimally Invasive versus Open Ureteral Reimplantation in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	4
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy with T-Fasteners versus “Pull Technique”: Analysis of Complications	4
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Interferential Current Stimulation Enhances Rectal Motor Activity: Insights from an Isolated Perfused Porcine Model	4
Evaluation of Tubularized Incised Plate Urethroplasty with Spongioplasty–Dartosoraphy Reinforcement in Pediatric Hypospadias: A Randomized Controlled Study	4
Medical Costs of Patients Undergoing Esophageal Atresia Repair are Mainly Influenced by Associated Malformations	3
Publishing Trends, Motivations, and Obstacles Among Pediatric Surgeons: An International Survey on Research Dissemination and Peer Review Challenges	3

Validation of Clinical Prediction Scores for Pediatric Appendicitis: Update with New Cutoff Values for the AIR Score	3
European Pediatric Surgical Association (EUPSA)	3
Long-Term Functional Outcomes and Multidisciplinary Management after Ileorectal Duhamel Pull-Through for Total Colonic Aganglionosis—20-Year Experience in a Tertiary Surgical Center	3
Sparing the Perineal Body in the Vestibular Fistula	3
Parent-Reported Health-Related Quality of Life of Pediatric Burn Patients 5 to 7 Years after Burn Injuries: A Multicenter Study	3
Anorectal Malformation with Rectoperineal Fistula in Females Treated with a Posterior Rectal Advancement Anoplasty: Report of Early Outcomes	3
Systematic Review of Definitions and Outcome Measures for Postoperative Ileus and Return of Bowel Function after Abdominal Surgery in Children	3
Pediatric Empyema in the Post-Pandemic Period: Evaluating Changing Trends in Microbiology, Investigations, Fibrinolysis, and Surgical Outcomes	3
Editorial Overview: Highlights from the 26th EUPSA Congress, Dubrovnik, 2025	3
Endoscopic Injections of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Piglet Esophagus Is Safe and Feasible but Did Not Result in any Significant Structural Changes 3 Days after Injection	3
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Efficacy of Early Enteral Nutrition on Gastrointestinal Surgery Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	3
The Timing of Surgery for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia in Infants, on or after Weaning from Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Meta-Analysis	3
Impact and Citation Trends of Surveys Endorsed by the EUPSA Network Office in Pediatric Surgery: A Bibliometric Analysis	3
Long-Term Recurrence Rates and Patient Satisfaction after Repair of Pectus Excavatum	3
Evaluating Access and Efficacy of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Pediatric Hirschsprung Disease	3
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Protective Effect of the SIRT1-Mediated NF-κB Signaling Pathway against Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Neonatal Mice	3
Complications and Disease Recurrence After Ileocecal Resection in Pediatric Crohn's Disease: A Retrospective Study	3
Laparoscopic Ureteral Reimplantation after Failed Open Surgery: Incorporating the Psoas Hitch Maneuver for Sufficient Tunnel Length	3
Diagnostic Accuracy of Uroflowmetry for Urethral Strictures in Pediatric Hypospadias: TIP versus Non-TIP Outcomes	3
Beyond the AP View: The Diagnostic Value of Lateral Duodenal and Colonic Assessment in Pediatric Malrotation	3
Long-Term Orthopaedic and Radiological Outcomes of Symphysis Approximation without Osteotomy in Primary Bladder Exstrophy Repair	3
Feasibility and Challenges of Pyeloureteral Magnetic Anastomosis Device in Domestic Pigs: A Stepwise Approach with Extended Observation	2
Impact of Social Vulnerability on Long-Term Growth Outcomes in Sutureless Versus Sutured Repair of Gastroschisis	2
Response to: Sparing the Perineal Body, A Modification of the Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty (PSARP) for Anorectal Malformations with Rectovestibular Fistulae	2
ERN eUROGEN Guidelines on the Management of Anorectal Malformations Part III: Lifelong Follow-up and Transition of Care	2
Trends in Management of Fetuses with Suspected Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction (LUTO): A High-Risk Fetal and Pediatric Center Experience in a Universal-Access-to-Care System	2
Lateral Release in Neonatal Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Is Associated with Faster Recovery Compared to Abdominal Wall Patch Repair: A Preliminary Prospective Cohort Study	2
Comparative Outcomes of Surgical Techniques for Congenital Diaphragmatic Eventration in Children: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Analysis	2
Associations of Mucosal Nerve Fiber Innervation Density with Hirschsprung-Associated Enterocolitis: A Retrospective Three-Center Cohort Study	2
Novel Bedside Ligation for Staged Closure of Congenital Portosystemic Shunts: A Single-Center Experience in 20 Children	2
Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio as a Predictor of the Need for Surgical Treatment in Children’s Intussusception	2
Early-Onset Pectus Excavatum Is More Likely to Be Part of a Genetic Variation	2
Artificial Intelligence in Pediatric Surgery: From Diagnostics and Preoperative Planning to Risk Stratification: A Comprehensive Review of Current Applications	2
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Comparing Drainage Alone versus Drainage with Primary Fistula Treatment for the Perianal Abscess in Children	2
Laparoscopic versus Open Reduction of Intussusception in Infants and Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis	2
Clinical Characteristics and Management of Colorectal Vascular Malformation in Children: A Retrospective Study of 23 Cases	2
Age-Stratified Impact of Early Virtual Reality Intervention on Preoperative Anxiety in Children: A Randomized Trial	2
The Irish Experience with Sacrococcygeal Teratomas: Are Type IV Lesions More Common than We Think?	2
Image-Guided Transrectal Drainage of Pelvic Abscesses in Children	2
MRI-based Stratification and Surgical Management of Hydrocolpos in Children and Adolescents	2
Anorectal Malformations Associated with Hirschsprung Disease: Insights from a Large Cohort of 2,341 ARM Patients in a Single-Center Retrospective Study	2
Esophagus Bioengineering	2
Outcomes after Surgical Treatment for Rectal Atresia in Children: Is There a Preferred Approach? A Systematic Review	2
Comment on “The Pediatric Surgeon's AI Toolbox: How Large Language Models Like ChatGPT Are Simplifying Practice and Expanding Global Access”	2
Artificial Intelligence Competencies and Educational Needs Among ERNICA Members: Results of a Multinational Survey	2
Comparative Outcomes of Single-Stage versus Two-Stage Laparoscopic Fowler-Stephens Orchidopexy: A Systematic Review snd Meta-Analysis	2
Meta-Analysis on Long-Term Outcomes of Pediatric Renal Cancer Survivors Following COG and SIOP Protocols	2
Can We Do Anything Else before Removing a Button Battery from the Esophagus?—Hyaluronic Acid	2
A Retrospective Assessment of Soft Tissue Interposition during Redo Surgery for Postoperative Hypospadias Repair-Related Complications	2
The Pathologist's Role in the Diagnosis of Hirschsprung's Disease	2
Evaluation of 4DryField® as an Adhesion Prophylaxis in Pediatric Patients: A Propensity-Score Matched Study	2
Differences in the Outcome of Colonic Atresia with and without Abdominal Wall Defects	2
Utility of Urine Dipstick Testing in Pediatric Appendicitis: Assessing its Role in Identifying Complicated Cases and Retrocecal Appendicitis	2
Cutting-Edge Pediatric Colorectal Surgery: A Half-Century of Innovations in Technique which have Transformed Care for Anorectal Malformation	2
Congenital Hepatopulmonary Fusion	2
Polydatin as a Potential Therapeutic in Pediatric Intestinal Volvulus: Evidence from an Experimental I/R Injury Model	2
Latest Developments in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Models in General Pediatric Surgery	1
Bowel Lengthening Procedures in Children with Short Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review	1
Feeding Practice, Nutrition, and Growth in Infants with Abdominal Wall Defects and Esophageal Atresia: A Retrospective Case–Control Study	1
Post-Closure Abdominal Hernias in Infants with Giant Omphaloceles: Schuster Staged Repair versus Delayed Closure	1
Erratum to: The Development and Validation of Artificial Intelligence Pediatric Appendicitis Decision-Tree for Children 0 to 12 Years Old	1
Impact of VACTERL Association and Chromosomal Anomalies on Outcomes After Esophageal Atresia Repair: Insights from the EUPSA Registry	1
Are Low Weight or Cardiopathy Contraindications for Thoracoscopic Repair of Esophageal Atresia with Tracheoesophageal Fistula?	1
Respiratory and Musculoskeletal Long-Term Outcomes after Surgical Resection of Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of the Lung in Newborns, Infants, and Toddlers	1
Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes After Ex-Utero Intrapartum Treatment for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Case Series	1
AI in Robotic-assisted Pediatric Surgery: Current Applications and Future Directions	1
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pediatric Surgical Scientific Formats: An ERNICA Survey on Challenges and Future Directions	1
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An Analysis Regarding the Ultimate Outcome of Abstracts Presented at the European Paediatric Surgeons' Association Congress	1
Intercostal Nerve Cryoablation for Postoperative Pain Control After the Nuss Procedure in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	1
Preoperative Metal Patch Testing and Titanium Bar Use Criteria in Nuss Procedure: A 56-Patients' Cohort Study	1
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A Promising Future for Hands-On At-Home Training in Pediatric Surgery	1
Single-Stage Double-Face Preputial Island Flap versus Two-Stage Byars' Flap Repair for Severe Proximal Hypospadias: A Prospective Randomized Study	1
A History of Umbilical Vein Catheterization Does Not Preclude Children from a Successful Meso-Rex Bypass	1
Sparing the Perineal Body: A Modification of the Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty for Anorectal Malformations with Rectovestibular Fistulae	1
European Pediatric Surgeons' Association Survey on the Use of Splenic Embolization in Blunt Splenic Trauma in Children	1
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Evolving Surgical Practices in Esophageal Atresia: Insights from the EUPSA-ERNICA Survey a Decade After the 2014 Baseline Study	1
The Role of Laparoscopic Treatment of Choledochal Malformation in Europe: A Single-Center Experience and Review of the Literature	1
The Role of GERD Diagnosis and Treatment in Preventing Lung Function Decline After Pediatric Lung Transplantation	1
Neonatal Intestinal Segmental Volvulus: What Are the Differences with Midgut Volvulus?	1
Pigtail Catheter versus Large Bore Chest Tube for the Management of Spontaneous Pneumothorax in Children: A Retrospective Study	1
Risk Factors for Dehiscence of Operative Incisions in Newborns after Laparotomy	1
The Top Ranked 101 Articles in Pediatric Surgical Journals from an Altmetric Perspective	1
Lymphatic Malformations in Parkes Weber's Syndrome: Retrospective Review of 16 Cases in a Vascular Anomalies Center	1
Variability in the Reporting of Baseline Characteristics, Treatment, and Outcomes in Esophageal Atresia Publications: A Systematic Review	1
Biopsy Diagnosis of Hirschsprung's Disease Using a Single Excisional Biopsy Based on the Anorectal Line	1
Dynamic Imaging Grade of Swallowing Toxicity in Children with Esophageal Atresia	1
Indocyanine Green Fluorescence-Guided Surgery in Pediatric Hepatobiliary Procedures: A Feasibility Study for Improved Intraoperative Visualization	1
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Re: Bowel Lengthening Procedures in Children with Short Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review	1
Association of Somatic KRAS Variants with Osteolysis in Arteriovenous Malformations	1
The Cross-Bar Technique for Pectus Excavatum Repair: A Key Element for Remodeling of the Entire Chest Wall	1
Emergency Laparotomy in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Systematic Review of Indications and Outcomes	1
The Development and Validation of Artificial Intelligence Pediatric Appendicitis Decision-Tree for Children 0 to 12 Years Old	1
Determining the Risk Factors for Anastomotic Stricture Development after Esophageal Atresia Repair: Results from the Turkish Esophageal Atresia Registry	1
Effect of Prolonging the Duration of Stenting on Urethral Stricture in Proximal Hypospadias with Severe Curvature Repair: A Prospective Cohort Study	1
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Complication Is Inevitable, but Suffering is Optional—Psychological Aspects of Dealing with Complications in Surgery	1
From Bench to Bedside: Eupatilin Activates Antioxidant Defenses and Reduces Fibrosis in Experimental Cholestasis	1
Discussing Complications after Surgery Consists of Multiple Dimensions	1
Ureteral Stent Colonization and Urinary Tract Infection in Children Undergoing Minimally Invasive Pyeloplasty	1
Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Cryoanalgesia for Pectus Excavatum: When Should It be Applied?	1