Journal of pediatric surgery
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Reimbursement penalties for excess hospital readmissions have begun for the pediatric population. Therefore, research determining incidence and predictors is critical. ⋯ Level IV.
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Current use and outcomes of helicopter transport in pediatric trauma: a review of 18,291 transports.
The role of helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) in pediatric trauma remains controversial. We examined its use in pediatric trauma and its effectiveness in children with moderate/severe injuries. ⋯ III.
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Very pre-term infants (VP) at <32 weeks post menstrual age PMA have a high incidence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia BPD. BPD places them at risk for pulmonary-related perioperative complications from general endotracheal anesthesia GE during elective inguinal hernia repair. ⋯ II Retrospective study.
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As the role of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) continues to evolve in the adult and pediatric populations, smaller studies and case reports have described successful use of ECLS in specific groups of pediatric trauma patients. To further define the role of ECLS in pediatric trauma, we examined indications and outcomes for use of ECLS in injured children using a large national database. ⋯ Level III; treatment study.