Abstract: Introduction: a specific instrument is needed to monitor the development of competencies in pediatric surgery during residency. Objective: develop an conformity with “Milestone Project”, using determined by Brazilian Association Pediatric Surgery, for use Surgery Residency Brazil. Method: research was developed three stages: initial instrument, qualification focal group experts, and e...

Background: Conduct of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) due to the higher volume of priming solution in comparison to the total blood volume in children requires careful consideration. Recently attention has been focused on the potential risk of hyperkalemia in these patients. Given its significant effects on cardiac rhythm, hyperkalemia is considered a medical emergency. In this cross-sectional st...

In this report, we present the clinical characteristics and surgical outcomes of three pediatric patients who presented to our clinic with congenital Morgagni hernia were treated laparoscopic surgery using only mesh.

Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons commonly interact with PM&R specialists as part of the rehabilitation team. This invited communication is intended to present the residency and fellowship education requirements for a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon and give a review of current work-force issues. Pediatric orthopaedic and PM&R collaboration may be in an acute setting, e.g., post injury or post surge...

PURPOSE To determine the long-term risk of retinal detachment following pediatric cataract surgery and to identify risk factors for retinal detachment. METHODS We included all children (aged 0 to 17 years) who during the time period of 1977 to 2005 underwent pediatric cataract surgery in Denmark, excluding cataract cases caused by trauma, or acquired systemic or acquired ocular pathology, and...