Video-assisted transumbilical Meckel's diverticulectomy in children.

The treatment of Meckel's diverticulum (MD) in children is resection. Some data exist for the use of laparoscopic resection. The Video-Assisted Transumbilical (VAT) single-trocar technique has been recently described for appendectomy.

Injuries in pediatric patients with seatbelt contusions.

Children restrained with lap belts may sustain severe injuries. We investigated the frequency of each type of injury associated with seatbelt contusions. The medical records of all trauma patients with ICD-9 codes for abdominal wall contusions from January 1, 1999, to December 31, 2001, were reviewed.