Laparoscopic resection for retroperitoneum ganglioneuroma with Supine hypotension syndrome.

Background: Supine hypotension syndrome (SHS) has been reported to occur due to compression by a giant tumor such as ovarian tumor. We herein report a case of retroperitoneal ganglioneuroma with SHS treated with laparoscopic resection.

Case Presentation: The patient was an 11-year-old male with right-sided abdominal pain.

Innovative growth and development of a neurological surgery residency cadaveric spine-simulation training program: a single-institution experience.

Objective: Cadaveric and dry 3D model-based simulation training is a valuable educational tool for neurosurgical residents. Such simulation training is an opportunity for residents to hone technical skills and decision-making and enhance their neuroanatomy knowledge. The authors describe the growth and development of the Oregon Health & Science University Department of Neurological Surgery resident-focused, hands-on, spine-simulation surgery courses and provide details of course evaluations, layout, and setup.

Safety evaluation of a stepwise tracheostomy decannulation program in pediatric patients.

Purpose: In the event of failed tracheostomy decannulation, patients might have a tragic course of events. We retrospectively evaluated our stepwise tracheostomy decannulation program and examined its safety.

Methods: A 12-year retrospective study of pediatric patients was conducted.

The comorbidities of recurrent inguinal hernia in children: A systematic review.

Background: Higher risk of recurrence has been reported in pediatric inguinal hernia patients with specific comorbidities. The purpose of this systematic review was to investigate which comorbidities predispose to recurrent pediatric inguinal hernias (RPIHs).

Methods: A comprehensive search of six databases was performed, reviewing the literature to date on RPIHs and the co-occurrence of comorbidities.