BookChristopher P. Coppola, Alfred P. Kennedy Jr, Marc S. Lessin, Ronald J. Scorpio, editors.
Summary: The heavily revised second edition of this essential textbook describes how to utilize a range of surgical techniques applicable to pediatrics. Chapters contain flowcharts to facilitate rapid assessment and decision-making. In addition, learning objectives and review questions are contained within each chapter to reinforce the key points covered. Topics covered include routinely encountered adolescent problems and neoplasms in children. Pediatric Surgery: Diagnosis and Treatment concisely describes how to apply a range of diagnostic and treatment techniques that are applicable to the pediatric patient in a variety of surgical scenarios for a range of diseases. Furthermore, it is an ideal resource for trainees and active practitioners taking board examinations.
Contents:
Intro
Foreword
Preface
Contents
Contributors
Part I: Introduction
The History of Pediatric Surgery
Origins
Development into a Specialty
Refinement and Growth of Pediatric Surgery into the Modern Era
The Future of Pediatric Surgery
References
Further Reading
Resources for Pediatric Surgery
References
Further Reading
COVID-19 Pandemic and Contamination Response
Origins
Pathophysiology and Clinical Presentation
Management
Mitigation
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pediatric Surgery
Conclusion
Study Questions Further Reading
Part II: Perioperative Issues
Fluids and Electrolytes
Special Situations
Study Questions
Further Reading
Pediatric Anesthesiology and Opioid Use
Essentials of Anesthetic Management of Pediatric Patients
Pharmacology of Anesthetic Medications
Use of Anesthetics and Sedatives in Infants and Toddlers
Additional Notes
Use of Opioids in Pediatric Patients
Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Procedural Sedation
Additional Notes
Study Questions
Further Reading
Postoperative Neonatal and Pediatric Critical Care Study Questions
Further Reading
Nutrition
Introduction
Additional Notes
Study Questions
Reference
Further Reading
Disorders of Clotting
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Part III: Trauma
Epidemiology of Trauma
Additional Notes
Study Questions
Further Reading
Injury Prevention
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Non-accidental Trauma
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Initial Trauma Assessment
Additional Notes
Historical Perspective
Future Directions Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Pathophysiology/Pathobiology of Brain Injury
Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Pediatric Head Trauma and Treatment Algorithm
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Further Reading
Abdominal Trauma
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Thoracic Trauma
Algorithm to Guide Diagnosis and Treatment of Thoracic Trauma in Children
Discussion of Specific Injuries in Respect to Thoracic Trauma
Additional Notes
Review Questions
References
Further Reading
Burns
Outline Narrative Section
Study Questions
Further Reading
Cervical Trauma
Additional Notes
Study Questions
Bibliography
Traumatic Thoracolumbar Spinal Injuries in Children
Study Questions
Further Reading
Pelvic Fractures
Discussion
Study Questions
Further Reading
Common Pediatric Fractures
Study Questions
Further Reading
Part IV: Neonatal Problems
Fetal Surgery and Interventions
Additional Notes
Study Questions
References
Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Additional Notes
Study Questions
Further Reading
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia