Hernia of Umbilical Cord: An Enigma.

Introduction: Hernia of the umbilical cord (HUC) is an uncommon problem which is often misdiagnosed, leading to inadequate treatment and various complications which cause increased morbidity and mortality in neonates. To address this issue, we took up this study.

Materials And Methods: Patients diagnosed with HUC from January 1, 2017, to December 31, 2021, were retrospectively analyzed.

Rare Association of Isolated Microphthalmia with Anorectal Malformation.

Anorectal malformations (ARMs) have coexisting congenital anomalies. These can affect the overall prognosis. Anomalous craniofacial associations are less common.

Risk Prediction Scoring System to Predict the Postsurgical Outcomes of Biliary Atresia.

Aim: To find out association between liver function, liver histopathology and outcomes of biliary atresia (BA) following Kasai Portoenterostomy (KPE).

Materials And Methods: This is a retrospective study of children who underwent KPE at a single institute by single surgeon. The patient records analyzed and data of complete blood counts, liver function tests, coagulation profile and histopathology reports collected.

Balloon venoplasty as primary modality of treatment in children with Budd-Chiari syndrome.

Introduction: Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) is a rare condition affecting children. It is characterized by occlusion of venous outflow from liver at the level of hepatic veins (HV) or inferior vena cava (IVC). The management of BCS in children revolves around forming new collaterals for venous outflow or by elimination of blockage in the venous outflow tracts.

Role of Chemoports in Children with Hematological/Solid Tumor Malignancies - Technical Implications and Complications: An Institutional Experience.

Aim: The aim of this retrospective analysis was to identify the variously related complications and to study preventive and therapeutic measures for these complications.

Materials And Methods: A total of 72 catheters were inserted in 69 patients (mean follow-up of 1140 days) from December 2002 to May 2017. Sixty-four children were diagnosed to have hematological malignancies, and five children had solid tumors.

Pediatric Budd-Chiari Syndrome: A Case Series.

Objective: To study the diagnostic methods and treatment outcomes in children with Budd- Chiari syndrome.

Methods: Case records of 25 patients with Budd-Chiari syndrome were evaluated retrospectively. These patients were investigated with imaging techniques and underwent balloon angioplasty or surgical management.

Rare case of transverse testicular ectopia - Case report and review of literature.

Unlabelled: This case report has been reported in line with the SCARE criteria; Consensus-based surgical case report guidelines of International Journal of Surgery 2016.

Introduction: Transverse Testicular Ectopia (TTE) is a rare condition which manifests with unilateral undescended testis and contralateral hernia. Till now around 100 cases have been described in the literature.

Role of ano rectal myomectomy in children with chronic refractory constipation.

Background: Chronic refractory constipation (CRC) is an uncommon type of constipation. These children have persistent symptoms even after treatment with high dose laxatives, which may cause abdominal distension, vomiting, cramping and bloating. We conducted this study to assess the diagnostic and therapeutic role of anorectal myomectomy in children with CRC.

Outcome of Biliary Atresia After Kasai's Portoenterostomy: A 15-year Experience.

Background: To study the outcome of Biliary atresia after Kasai's portoenterostomy and clinical and biochemical factors affecting the outcome.

Methods: Medical record review of patients of biliary atresia operated from January 2000 to December 2014. The following data were collected and analyzed - sex, age at surgery, liver function tests, associated congenital anomalies, and clearance of jaundice (at 3 months).