Efficacy of intralesional sodium thiosulfate injections for disabling tumoral calcinosis: Two cases.

Introduction: Tumoral calcinosis (TC) is a difficult-to-treat complication that can occur during several diseases such as dermatomyositis or genetic hyperphosphatemia. It is a painful and disabling condition that can lead to local complications including joint mobility reduction, cutaneous ulceration and superinfection. For the largest lesions, the treatment relies essentially on surgery.

What are the prospects for non-scheduled robotic procedures in pediatric surgery?

Robotic technology allows for the management of complex surgical cases with a minimally invasive approach. The aim of this study was to communicate our experience using robotic technology for non-scheduled pediatric procedures (NSP). We performed a prospective study over the last 5 years including all consecutive cases where surgery was performed with a robot.

Assessment of paediatric thoracic robotic surgery.

Objectives: Many studies have reported that robotic-assisted surgery is safe and feasible for paediatric cases. However, very few paediatric thoracic robotic cases have been described. The aim of this study was to share our preliminary experience with robot-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS).

Reconstruction of the Lateral Ligaments of the Ankle Using a Periosteal Flap in Children and Teenagers: A Midterm Follow-up Survey.

Background: The rate of chronic lateral ankle instability has increased in children and teenagers. However, studies concerning its management within this population are rare. Current repair techniques involve use of the peroneus brevis tendon.

Primary repair of sternal cleft with a double osteochondroplasty flap.

Sternal cleft is a rare congenital malformation affecting the anterior part of the chest wall. Surgical closure is recommended. It should be done early during the neonatal period because of the chest's flexibility.