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Long-term outcomes after revision of Kasai portoenterostomy for biliary atresia. Reviewed

Shirota C, Uchida H, Ono Y, Murase N, Tainaka T, Yokota K, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Hinoki A, Ando H

Journal of hepato-biliary-pancreatic sciences Vol. 23 ( 11 ) page： 715-720 2016.11

Laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy is advantageous over open Kasai portoenterostomy in subsequent liver transplantation Reviewed

Shirota, C; Murase, N; Tanaka, Y; Ogura, Y; Nakatochi, M; Kamei, H; Kurata, N; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Oshima, K; Uchida, H

SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 34 ( 8 ) page： 3375 - 3381 2020.8

Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Surgical Endoscopy

Background: Native liver survival after laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy (Lap-PE) for biliary atresia (BA) is controversial. We examined whether a jaundice-free native liver survival rate is comparable between conventional Kasai portoenterostomy (Open-PE) and Lap-PE. Then, the impact of the two types of PE on subsequent living-donor liver transplantation (LTx) was addressed in this study. Methods: The jaundice-free rate in 1- and 2-year-old patients who underwent Open-PE and Lap-PE from January 2006 to December 2017 was investigated. Additionally, perioperative data (duration from the start of surgery to the completion of hepatectomy and others) of patients aged 2 years or younger who underwent LTx after either Open-PE or Lap-PE from 2006 to 2017 were evaluated. Results: Thirty-one (67%) out of 46 Open-PE patients and 23 (77%) out of 30 Lap-PE patients showed native liver survival with jaundice-free status at 1 year of age (p = 0.384); 29 (63%) out of 46 Open-PE patients and 19 (70%) out of 27 Lap-PE patients showed native liver survival with jaundice-free status at 2 years of age (p = 0.524); there were no significant differences. Additionally, there were 37 LTx cases after PE within 2 years of birth, including 29 Open-PE and 8 Lap-PE cases. The patients in the Lap-PE group had fewer adhesions and significantly shorter durations of surgery up to the completion of the recipient’s hepatectomy and durations of post-LTx hospital stay compared to the Open-PE group. There were no differences in blood loss or duration of stay in intensive care unit between the Lap-PE and Open-PE groups. Conclusions: Jaundice-free native liver survival rate has been comparable between Open-PE and Lap-PE. Lap-PE resulted in fewer adhesions, contributing to better outcomes of subsequent LTx compared to Open-PE.

DOI： 10.1007/s00464-019-07108-y

Therapeutic strategy for thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia and its outcome Reviewed

Shirota, C; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Oshima, K; Tanaka, T; Tani, Y; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 35 ( 10 ) page： 1071 - 1076 2019.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Thoracoscopic repair can be safely performed in most types of congenital esophageal atresia (EA), including in patients with long gap EA or very low birth weight. Accordingly, we performed single- or multistage thoracoscopic repair for various EA types. We aimed to report our therapeutic strategy for thoracoscopic radical surgery for treating EA and its outcome. Methods: Outcomes of radical surgeries for treating congenital EA at our institute from 2013 to 2018 were retrospectively evaluated. Results: Thirty-eight radical surgeries were evaluated: 3 Gross type-A, 1 type-B, 30 type-C, 1 type-D, and 3 type-E. The cervical approach was performed in 5 cases and thoracoscopic esophageal anastomosis in 33, including 26 single-stage (all type-C) and 7 multistage surgeries (3 type-A, 3 type-C, and 1 type-D). There were no cases of thoracotomies or intraoperative thoracoscopic surgery complications. Three cases of minor leakage were conservatively resolved. Three postoperative chylothorax surgeries (9%) and seven balloon dilatations (21%) for anastomotic stenosis were performed. Conclusion: Thoracoscopic radical surgery for treating EA, including single- and multistage procedures, can be performed, except in type-E cases or when the end of the proximal esophagus is located higher than the clavicle.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-019-04541-x

Single-incision laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (SILPEC) for inguinal hernia with prolapsed ovary Reviewed

Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 36 ( 6 ) page： 4328 - 4332 2022.6

Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Surgical Endoscopy

Background: Most studies reporting the outcomes of laparoscopic ovarian prolapsed hernia operations with large sample sizes are based on intracorporeal closure, while studies on extraperitoneal closure have limited sample sizes. We proactively used the single-incision laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (SILPEC) technique and obtained favorable outcomes, which we report in this paper. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed patients who had undergone laparoscopic surgery for inguinal hernia at our institution. They were retrospectively classified into two groups based on the pre- or intraoperative diagnosis of hernia with a prolapsed ovary, namely the prolapse group and the non-prolapse group, respectively. The data were statistically analyzed and p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: A total of 771 subjects underwent SILPEC during the study period, including 400 girls. Among them, 63 girls were diagnosed with an ovarian prolapsed hernia. SILPEC was successfully performed through a single port in all cases, with a single exception, in whom the forceps was inserted directly through the right lower quadrant to pull up the ovary. The duration of surgery in the prolapse group was not higher than that in the non-prolapse group. During the SILPEC surgery, the ovaries were successfully reverted into the abdominal cavity by external compression of the inguinal area alone in 38 of the 63 patients. In the remaining 25 cases, the ovaries were reverted into the abdominal cavity by external compression of the inguinal area and traction of the round ligament with forceps. None of these cases failed to return to the ovaries. Conclusion: Our study results indicate that SILPEC may be performed safely for the treatment of ovarian prolapsed inguinal hernia. Since the ovary and fallopian tube are close to the internal inguinal ring due to the short round ligament, the procedure requires careful suturing with traction of the round ligament.

DOI： 10.1007/s00464-021-08777-4

Double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography can make a reliable diagnosis and good prognosis for postoperative complications of congenital biliary dilatation Reviewed

Shirota, C; Kawashima, H; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS Vol. 11 ( 1 ) page： 11052 2021.5

Language：English Publisher：Scientific Reports

Bile duct and anastomotic strictures and intrahepatic stones are common postoperative complications of congenital biliary dilatation (CBD). We performed double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (DBERC) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes after radical surgery. We focused on the effectiveness of DBERC for the treatment of postoperative complications of CBD patients. Bile duct and anastomotic strictures and intrahepatic stones are common postoperative complications of congenital biliary dilatation (CBD). We performed double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (DBERC) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes after radical surgery. We focused on the effectiveness of DBERC for the treatment of postoperative complications of CBD patients. This retrospective study included 28 patients who underwent DBERC (44 procedures) after radical surgery for CBD between January 2011 and December 2019. Strictures were diagnosed as “bile duct strictures” if endoscopy confirmed the presence of bile duct mucosa between the stenotic and anastomotic regions, and as “anastomotic strictures” if the mucosa was absent. The median patient age was 4 (range 0–67) years at the time of primary surgery for CBD and 27.5 (range 8–76) years at the time of DBERC. All anastomotic strictures could be treated with only by 1–2 courses of balloon dilatation of DBERC, while many bile duct strictures (41.2%) needed ≥ 3 treatments, especially those who underwent operative bile duct plasty as the first treatment (83.3%). Although the study was limited by the short follow-up period after DBERC treatment, DBERC is recommended as the first-line treatment for hepatolithiasis associated with biliary and anastomotic strictures in CBD patients, and it can be safely performed multiple times.

DOI： 10.1038/s41598-021-90550-7

Multicenter, retrospective, comparative study of laparoscopic and open Kasai portoenterostomy in children with biliary atresia from Japanese high-volume centers Reviewed

Murase, N; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tomita, H; Shimojima, N; Sasaki, H; Nio, M; Tahara, K; Kanamori, Y; Shinkai, M; Yamamoto, H; Sugawara, Y; Hibi, T; Ishimaru, T; Kawashima, H; Koga, H; Yamataka, A; Uchida, H

JOURNAL OF HEPATO-BILIARY-PANCREATIC SCIENCES Vol. 26 ( 1 ) page： 43 - 50 2019.1

Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences

Background: Multicenter study was undertaken to analyze the results of laparoscopic and open Kasai portoenterostomy. Methods: Subjects were infants with type III biliary atresia who underwent open operation (n = 106) or laparoscopic operation (n = 21) between January 2012 and December 2015. Clinical data were compared between open and laparoscopic operations (2016-0534). Propensity score matching was performed to reduce the effect of treatment selection bias. Multivariate analyses were used to estimate the effect of the surgical approach on the jaundice clearance rate and the native liver survival rate. Results: The postoperative jaundice clearance rate and the 1-year native liver survival rate were not significantly different between open and laparoscopic operations. Rates of cholangitis and major complications of laparoscopic operation were comparable to those of open operation. Blood loss, time to resume oral intake, time to drain removal, and duration of analgesic usage of laparoscopic operation were significantly superior to those of open operation. Similar results were observed when analysis was adjusted based on propensity score. Multivariate analyses demonstrated that only age at operation was a poor prognostic factor. Conclusion: Laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy was associated with several favorable perioperative outcomes compared with open Kasai portoenterostomy. The difference of surgical approach was not a significant independent predictor.

DOI： 10.1002/jhbp.594

Usefulness of fetal magnetic resonance imaging for postnatal management of congenital lung cysts: prediction of probability for emergency surgery Reviewed

Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Nakane, T; Tanaka, Y; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Murase, N; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Shirotsuki, R; Uchida, H

BMC PEDIATRICS Vol. 18 ( 1 ) page： 105 2018.3

Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：BMC Pediatrics

Background: Emergency rescue lung resection is rarely performed to treat congenital lung cysts (CLCs) in neonates. Many reports have described fetal CLC treatment; however, prenatal predictors for postnatal respiratory failure have not been characterized. We hypothesized that fetal imaging findings are useful predictors of emergency surgery. Methods: We retrospectively studied patients with CLC who underwent lung surgery during the neonatal period in our hospital between January 2001 and December 2015. The demographic data, fetal imaging findings, and intra- and postoperative courses of patients who underwent emergency surgery (Em group) were compared with those of patients who received elective surgery, i.e., non-emergency surgery (Ne group). Results: The Em group and Ne group included 7 and 11 patients, respectively. No significant difference was noted in gestational age, time at prenatal diagnosis, birth weight, and body weight at surgery. The volumes of contralateral lung per thoracic volume were significantly smaller in the Em group than in the Ne group (p = 0.0188). Mediastinal compression was more common in the Em group (7/7) than in the Ne group (4/11) (p = 0.0128). Conclusions: This is the report describing neonatal emergency lobectomy in patients with CLC evaluated by fetal MRI using the lung volume ratio and mediastinal shift. In patients with CLC, mediastinal shift and significant decreases in contralateral lung volumes during the fetal stages are good prenatal predictors of postnatal emergency lung resection.

DOI： 10.1186/s12887-018-1085-z

Laparoscopic resection of neuroblastomas in low- to high-risk patients without image-defined risk factors is safe and feasible. Reviewed

Shirota C, Tainaka T, Uchida H, Hinoki A, Chiba K, Tanaka Y

BMC pediatrics Vol. 17 ( 1 ) page： 71 2017.3

Prolonged survival of porcine hepatocytes in cynomolgus monkeys. Reviewed

Nagata H, Nishitai R, Shirota C, Zhang JL, Koch CA, Cai J, Awwad M, Schuurman HJ, Christians U, Abe M, Baranowska-Kortylewicz J, Platt JL, Fox IJ

Gastroenterology Vol. 132 ( 1 ) page： 321-9 2007.1

New Navigation Surgery for Resection of Lymphatic Malformations Using Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Imaging. Reviewed

Shirota C, Hinoki A, Takahashi M, Tanaka Y, Tainaka T, Sumida W, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Morimoto Y, Uchida H

The American journal of case reports Vol. 18 page： 529 - 531 2017.5

Route of hepatocyte delivery affects hepatocyte engraftment in the spleen. Reviewed

Nagata H, Ito M, Shirota C, Edge A, McCowan TC, Fox IJ

Transplantation Vol. 76 ( 4 ) page： 732-4 2003.8

Late postoperative complications of congenital biliary dilatation in pediatric patients: a single-center experience of managing complications for over 20 years

Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Tanaka, Y; Hinoki, A; Kawashima, H; Uchida, H

SURGERY TODAY Vol. 51 ( 9 ) page： 1488 - 1495 2021.9

Language：English Publisher：Surgery Today

Purpose: To investigate late complications after surgery for congenital biliary dilatation (CBD). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the patients treated for late postoperative complications of extrahepatic bile duct resection with bilioenteric anastomosis for CBD at our hospital between 1999 and 2019. Results: Twenty-seven complications, including bile duct stenosis with (n = 19) or without (n = 3) hepatolithiasis, remnant intrapancreatic bile duct (n = 2), intestinal obstruction (n = 2), and refractory cholangitis (n = 1) were treated in 26 patients. The median age at radical surgery and the initial treatment of complications was 3 years, 2 months and 14 years, 5 months, respectively. The median period from radical surgery to initial treatment of complications was 7 years, 1 month. Before 2013, bile duct stenosis was initially treated with bile duct plasty (n = 11) or hepatectomy (n = 3), and 71.4% (n = 10) of patients needed further treatment; after 2013, double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (DBERC) was used (n = 8), and 25% (n = 2) of patients needed further treatment. Patients with remnant intrapancreatic bile duct, intestinal obstruction, and refractory cholangitis required surgery. Conclusion: Long-term follow-up is necessary after surgery for congenital biliary dilatation. DBERC is thus considered to be useful for bile duct stenosis management.

DOI： 10.1007/s00595-021-02238-0

A Retrospective Study on the Effect of Surgical Experiences of Laparoscopic Kasai Portenterostomy Reviewed

Kurano Yui, Shirota Chiyoe, Hinoki Akinari, Tainaka Takahisa, Sumida Wataru, Yokota Kazuki, Makita Satoshi, Takimoto Aitaro, Uchida Hiroo

Journal of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons Vol. 57 ( 3 ) page： 596 - 599 2021.4

Language：Japanese Publisher：The Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons

<p><i>Purpose</i>: The treatment outcomes of patients with laparoscopic surgery for biliary atresia (laparoscopic portoenterostomy) were retrospectively evaluated to determine whether to limit the laparoscopic surgery for biliary atresia to fully experienced surgeons.</p><p><i>Methods</i>: We included 37 patients with laparoscopic portoenterostomy for biliary atresia at our institution from 2014 to 2018. Twelve patients were treated by a surgeon fully experienced in laparoscopic portoenterostomy (Group A) and 23 patients were treated by other surgeons (Group B). Jaundice reduction and jaundice-free survival of patients with the native liver in the two groups were compared.</p><p><i>Results</i>: Differences in age at the time of surgery, body weight, perioperative blood loss, time of drain removal, and time that milk or formula feeding resumed in both groups were not significant. The duration of surgery was significantly shorter in Group A than in Group B. The jaundice-free survival rates of patients with the native liver were 58.3% in Group A and 60.9% in Group B at 6 months after surgery, 66.7% in Group A and 65.2% in Group B at 1 year after surgery, and 58.3% in Group A and 56.5% in Group B at 2 years after surgery. No significant difference was observed.</p><p><i>Conclusions</i>: In this study, no significant difference in the rate of jaundice-free survival of patients with the native liver depending on the amount of surgical experience was observed under the guidance of an operator who was skilled in laparoscopic portoenterostomy.</p>

DOI： 10.11164/jjsps.57.3_596

Biodegradable Surgical Staple Composed of Magnesium Alloy Reviewed

Amano, H; Hanada, K; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Murase, N; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Tanaka, Y; Uchida, H

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS Vol. 9 ( 1 ) page： 14671 2019.10

Language：English Publisher：Scientific Reports

Currently, surgical staples are composed of non–biodegradable titanium (Ti) that can cause allergic reactions and interfere with imaging. This paper proposes a novel biodegradable magnesium (Mg) alloy staple and discusses analyses conducted to evaluate its safety and feasibility. Specifically, finite element analysis revealed that the proposed staple has a suitable stress distribution while stapling and maintaining closure. Further, an immersion test using artificial intestinal juice produced satisfactory biodegradable behavior, mechanical durability, and biocompatibility in vitro. Hydrogen resulting from rapid corrosion of Mg was observed in small quantities only in the first week of immersion, and most staples maintained their shapes until at least the fourth week. Further, the tensile force was maintained for more than a week and was reduced to approximately one-half by the fourth week. In addition, the Mg concentration of the intestinal artificial juice was at a low cytotoxic level. In porcine intestinal anastomoses, the Mg alloy staples caused neither technical failure nor such complications as anastomotic leakage, hematoma, or adhesion. No necrosis or serious inflammation reaction was histopathologically recognized. Thus, the proposed Mg alloy staple offers a promising alternative to Ti alloy staples.

DOI： 10.1038/s41598-019-51123-x

Novel thoracoscopic navigation surgery for neonatal chylothorax using indocyanine-green fluorescent lymphography

Shirotsuki, R; Uchida, H; Tanaka, Y; Shirota, C; Yokota, K; Murase, N; Hinoki, A; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Sumida, W; Hayakawa, M; Tainaka, T

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY Vol. 53 ( 6 ) page： 1246 - 1249 2018.6

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Pediatric Surgery

Background: Postoperative chylothorax after surgery for esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a rare but serious complication, especially in neonates. This study aimed to identify the thoracic duct and ligate chylous leakage sites, using thoracoscopic navigation of an indocyanine-green (ICG)-based near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence imaging system. Methods: From November 2014 to April 2017, thoracoscopic intraoperative ICG-NIR imaging was performed in 10 newborns (11 surgeries) with first TEF operation or with persistent postoperative chylothorax after TEF operation. NIR imaging was performed 1 h after an inter-toe injection of ICG. Thoracoscopic ligations against the NIR-detected leakage sites were performed with sutures. Results: The thoracic duct or lymphatic leakage was directly visualized in each patient. In 8 surgeries with first thoracoscopic TEF operation, one case had suspected minor chylous leakage without postoperative chylothorax. Another case with no chylous leakage at the first operation resulted in chylothorax at postoperative day 11. In three neonates with postoperative chylothorax, leakage points were detected near the ablation site of the azygos vein during the first operation. These points were properly ligated, and postoperative chylous leakage ceased with no adverse events. Conclusions: Thoracoscopic ICG-NIR imaging encourages the repair of refractory chylothorax and seems reliable. Level of Evidence: IV

DOI： 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2018.01.019

Initial treatment of septated parapneumonic empyema with drainage plus fibrinolytic agents is equally effective as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, and is suitable as first-line therapy. Reviewed

Shirota C, Uchida H

Translational pediatrics Vol. 4 ( 1 ) page： 41-4 2015.1

NOVEL BIOMARKER DISCOVERY FOR CHILDHOOD RHABDOMYOSARCOMA USING URINARY METABOLITES

Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H; Yokota, K; Ishigaki, T; Sakairi, M; Abe, M; Terui, Y; Oda, H; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Okamoto, M; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y

PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER Vol. 68 page： S46 - S46 2021.6

Identification of novel neuroblastoma biomarkers in urine samples

Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Sakairi, M; Abe, M; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Oshima, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Hinoki, A

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS Vol. 11 ( 1 ) page： 4055 2021.2

Language：English Publisher：Scientific Reports

Urine is a complex liquid containing numerous small molecular metabolites. The ability to non-invasively test for cancer biomarkers in urine is especially beneficial for screening child patients. This study attempted to identify neuroblastoma biomarkers by comprehensively analysing urinary metabolite samples from children. A total of 87 urine samples were collected from 54 participants (15 children with neuroblastoma and 39 without cancer) and used to perform a comprehensive analysis. Urine metabolites were extracted using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry and analysed by Metabolon, Inc. Biomarker candidates were extracted using the Wilcoxon rank sum test, random forest method (RF), and orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis (OPLS-DA). RF identified three important metabolic pathways in 15 samples from children with neuroblastoma. One metabolite was selected from each of the three identified pathways and combined to create a biomarker candidate (3-MTS, CTN, and COR) that represented each of the three pathways; using this candidate, all 15 cases were accurately distinguishable from the control group. Two cases in which known biomarkers were negative tested positive using this new biomarker. Furthermore, the predictive value did not decrease in cases with a low therapeutic effect. This approach could be effectively applied to identify biomarkers for other cancer types.

DOI： 10.1038/s41598-021-83619-w

Surgical Strategies for Neonates with Prenatally Diagnosed Congenital Biliary Dilatation

Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Liu, JH; Guo, YH; Kato, D; Goda, Y; Maeda, T; Uchida, H

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY Vol. 59 ( 3 ) page： 385 - 388 2024.3

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Pediatric Surgery

Background: This study aimed to develop a postnatal treatment strategy for infants with prenatally diagnosed congenital biliary dilatation. Methods: We performed a retrospective study of patients with prenatal diagnosed congenital biliary dilatation (CBD), aged <1 year who underwent surgery at our hospital between 2013 and 2023. We classified the patients into two groups, the “early group,” consisting of patients who could not wait for growth, and required early surgery, and the “scheduled group,” consisting of patients who were asymptomatic and could undergo scheduled surgery, and compared them. The parameters for early surgical prediction were AST, ALT, TB, DB, and CRP levels at birth, 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, and 3 months after birth, and immediately before surgery, as well as the cyst diameter, presence of intrahepatic bile duct dilation, and presence of debris in the common bile duct. Results: During the study period, 15 patients were diagnosed prenatally. The cyst diameter was significantly larger at all points in the early group. Patients with a cyst diameter of >30 mm at birth, intrahepatic bile duct dilatation at birth, and postnatal enlargement of the common bile duct to >30 mm are more likely to develop symptoms early. Blood biochemistry tests showed no significant differences between the two groups. Conclusions: Patients with a cyst diameter >30 mm in the early postnatal period require careful postnatal management and parents should be counseled regarding the high likelihood of their child needing surgery within the first 3 months of life. Level of evidence: Level IV.

DOI： 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.10.045

Scoring system for diagnosis and pretreatment risk assessment of neuroblastoma using urinary biomarker combinations.

Amano H, Uchida H, Harada K, Narita A, Fumino S, Yamada Y, Kumano S, Abe M, Ishigaki T, Sakairi M, Shirota C, Tainaka T, Sumida W, Yokota K, Makita S, Karakawa S, Mitani Y, Matsumoto S, Tomioka Y, Muramatsu H, Nishio N, Osawa T, Taguri M, Koh K, Tajiri T, Kato M, Matsumoto K, Takahashi Y, Hinoki A

Cancer science 2024.2

Language：English Publisher：Cancer Science

The urinary catecholamine metabolites, homovanillic acid (HVA) and vanillylmandelic acid (VMA), are used for the adjunctive diagnosis of neuroblastomas. We aimed to develop a scoring system for the diagnosis and pretreatment risk assessment of neuroblastoma, incorporating age and other urinary catecholamine metabolite combinations. Urine samples from 227 controls (227 samples) and 68 patients with neuroblastoma (228 samples) were evaluated. First, the catecholamine metabolites vanillactic acid (VLA) and 3-methoxytyramine sulfate (MTS) were identified as urinary marker candidates through comprehensive analysis using liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry. The concentrations of these marker candidates and conventional markers were then compared among controls, patients, and numerous risk groups to develop a scoring system. Participants were classified into four groups: control, low risk, intermediate risk, and high risk, and the proportional odds model was fitted using the L2-penalized maximum likelihood method, incorporating age on a monthly scale for adjustment. This scoring model using the novel urine catecholamine metabolite combinations, VLA and MTS, had greater area under the curve values than the model using HVA and VMA for diagnosis (0.978 vs. 0.964), pretreatment risk assessment (low and intermediate risk vs. high risk: 0.866 vs. 0.724; low risk vs. intermediate and high risk: 0.871 vs. 0.680), and prognostic factors (MYCN status: 0.741 vs. 0.369, histology: 0.932 vs. 0.747). The new system also had greater accuracy in detecting missing high-risk neuroblastomas, and in predicting the pretreatment risk at the time of screening. The new scoring system employing VLA and MTS has the potential to replace the conventional adjunctive diagnostic method using HVA and VMA.

DOI： 10.1111/cas.16116

Laparoscopic Fundoplication in Patients with Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts: A Systematic Review and Our Experience

Kato, D; Uchida, H; Tainaka, T; Amano, H; Ono, Y; Yasui, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Gohda, Y; Maeda, T; Hinoki, A

JOURNAL OF LAPAROENDOSCOPIC & ADVANCED SURGICAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 34 ( 3 ) page： 268 - 273 2024.1

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques

Background: Data on the outcomes of laparoscopic fundoplication (LF) in patients with ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunts are limited. Materials and Methods: We retrospectively evaluated the demographic characteristics and outcomes of patients who underwent LF at our institutions between 2014 and 2022. Then, we systematically reviewed articles in MEDILINE/PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Results: There was no significant difference in terms of the outcomes between patients with VP shunt (n = 10) and those without (n = 96) at our institutions. None of the patients presented with shunt trouble after LF. The meta-analysis included four retrospective studies and our institutional data. In total, 605 patients (55 with VP shunt) underwent LF. Furthermore, 2 (3.6%) of 55 patients (1 with infection and 1 with occlusion) had shunt troubles. The conversion and complication rates, operative time, and length of hospital stay did not significantly differ between patients with VP shunt and those without. Conclusions: LF can be safely performed on children with VP shunts and is associated with a low risk of shunt troubles. The Clinical Trial Registration number is 2022-387.

DOI： 10.1089/lap.2023.0220

Anastomotic time was associated with postoperative complications: a cumulative sum analysis of thoracoscopic repair of tracheoesophageal fistula in a single surgeon's experience

Guo, YH; Hinoki, A; Deie, K; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Maeda, T; Amano, H; Kawashima, H; Uchida, H; Shirota, C

SURGERY TODAY Vol. 53 ( 12 ) page： 1363 - 1371 2023.12

Language：English Publisher：Surgery Today

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the learning curve of thoracoscopic repair of tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) by a single surgeon using a cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis. Methods: Prospective clinical data of consecutive Gross type-C TEF repairs performed by a pediatric surgeon from 2010 to 2020 were recorded. CUSUM charts for anastomosis and operating times were generated. The learning curves were compared with the effect of accumulation based on case experience. Results: For 33 consecutive cases, the mean operative and anastomosis times were 139 ± 39 min and 3137 ± 1110 s, respectively. Significant transitions beyond the learning phase for total operating and anastomosis times were observed at cases 13 and 17. Both the total operating time and anastomosis time were significantly faster in the proficiency improvement phase than in the initial learning phase. Postoperative complications significantly decreased after the initial anastomosis learning phase but not after the initial total operating learning phase. Conclusions: Thoracoscopic repair of TEF is considered safe and feasible after 13 cases, where the surgeon can improve their proficiency with the total operation procedure, and 17 cases, which will enable the surgeon to achieve proficiency in anastomosis. Postoperative complications significantly decreased after gaining familiarity with the anastomosis procedure through the learning phase.

DOI： 10.1007/s00595-023-02687-9

Preoperative management comprising tube irrigation using a trans-anal indwelling tube for infants with hirschsprung disease can allow single-stage radical surgery

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Yokota, K; Amano, H; Yasui, A; Maeda, T; Kato, D; Gohda, Y

BMC SURGERY Vol. 23 ( 1 ) page： 333 2023.11

Language：English Publisher：BMC Surgery

Background: Preoperative management of Hirschsprung’s disease (HD) is currently being conducted with the goal of performing single-stage radical surgery without ileostomy. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed HD cases between 2013 and 2022, as well as their outcomes related to preoperative management. Results: Thirty-nine patients with HD were included in this study, including short-segment HD (30 cases), long-segment HD (4 cases), and total colonic aganglionosis (5 cases). Among these 39 patients, 95% (37 of 39 patients) underwent single-stage radical surgery after management with glycerin enema use (n = 13), irrigation with tube insertion each time irrigation was performed (n = 13), and irrigation using a tube placed in the bowel (n = 11). Conclusions: Preoperative management of patients with HD allowed for single-stage surgery of long-segment HD and total colonic aganglionosis. Cases that could be managed without performing an emergency enterostomy during the neonatal period were managed with irrigation until radical surgery was performed.

DOI： 10.1186/s12893-023-02232-y

Variations of the hepatic artery and bile duct in patients with pancreaticobiliary maljunction: Impact on postoperative outcomes

Takada, S; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Tainaka, T; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Nakagawa, Y; Maeda, T

JOURNAL OF HEPATO-BILIARY-PANCREATIC SCIENCES Vol. 30 ( 11 ) page： 1241 - 1248 2023.11

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences

Purpose: Preoperative comprehension of the anatomical variations of the hepatic artery and bile duct is essential for safe laparoscopic surgery for pancreaticobiliary maljunction (PBM). This study aimed to investigate the impact of anatomical variations of the hepatic artery and bile duct on surgical technique and postoperative complications. Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of patients with PBM who underwent laparoscopic surgery at our institution between January 2014 and December 2022 to investigate anatomical variations in the hepatic artery and bile duct, surgical technique, and postoperative complications. Results: We included 112 patients with PBM, with a median age of 4 years (interquartile range, 0–55). Overall, 29 of 112 patients had an aberrant right hepatic artery (ARHA) running ventral to the common hepatic duct (CHD), and they underwent hepaticojejunostomy on the ventral side of the ARHA. Additionally, eight of 112 patients had an aberrant posterior hepatic duct (APHD), which was joined to the CHD in all but one case. The presence of APHD was associated with postoperative bile leak occurrence. Conclusion: Performing hepaticojejunostomy ventral to the ARHA is important to prevent complications. Furthermore, APHD may be a risk factor for postoperative bile leak and requires careful bile duct plasty.

DOI： 10.1002/jhbp.1381

A new criterion including the aspartate aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index and liver and spleen stiffness to rule out varices needing treatment in children with biliary atresia: Modification of the Baveno VII criteria

Yokoyama, S; Ishizu, Y; Honda, T; Imai, N; Ito, T; Yamamoto, K; Muto, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Maeda, T; Nakamura, M; Ishigami, M; Uchida, H; Kawashima, H

HEPATOLOGY RESEARCH 2023.10

Language：English Publisher：Hepatology Research

Aims: Biliary atresia (BA) is a congestive biliary disease that develops in the neonatal period or early infancy. It may present with portal hypertension and varices needing treatment (VNT) even after successful Kasai portoenterostomy. This study aimed to stratify the risk of VNT in children and adolescents with BA. Methods: In this prospective cross-sectional study, we measured liver stiffness (LS) and spleen stiffness (SS) by two-dimensional shear wave elastography and checked for VNT endoscopically in 53 patients with BA who attended for follow-up between July 2018 and September 2022. Varices needing treatment were defined as large esophageal varices, esophageal varices of any size with red color signs, and/or gastric varices along the cardia. Results: Twenty-five patients (aged 0–18 years) had VNT. Eighteen patients met the Baveno VI criteria (LS <20 kPa; platelet count >150 000/L) and were deemed to be at low risk of VNT (spared endoscopies) while three had missed VNT (16.7%). Applying the Baveno VII criteria, which combines the SS cut-off value of 40 kPa with the Baveno VI criteria, resulted in five missed VNTs among 22 spared endoscopies (22.7%). A modification of the Baveno VII criteria using the aspartate aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index (APRI) instead of the platelet count with cut-off values of 25 kPa, 30 kPa, and 1.04 for LS, SS, and APRI, respectively, missed only one VNT (5.0%) among 20 spared endoscopies. Conclusions: A novel diagnostic criterion that combines LS, SS, and APRI reduced the risk of missing VNT to 5% in children and adolescents with BA.

DOI： 10.1111/hepr.13976

Safe thoracoscopic repair of recurrent congenital diaphragmatic hernia after initial open abdominal repair

Gohda, Y; Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Maeda, T; Guo, YH; Hinoki, A

SURGERY TODAY 2023.10

Language：English Publisher：Surgery Today

Purpose: The optimal surgical approach for recurrent congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) remains controversial. We compared the surgical outcomes of a thoracoscopic approach versus an open abdominal approach for recurrent CDH after initial abdominal open repair. Method: The subjects of this comparative study were patients who underwent open abdominal or thoracoscopic surgery for recurrent CDH following an initial open abdominal repair. Results: Among 166 patients with Bochdalek-type CDH, 15 underwent reoperation for recurrent CDH following an open abdominal repair. Seven patients underwent open abdominal surgery (group O) and eight underwent thoracoscopic surgery (group T). The operative duration was similar for the two groups, with less blood loss (17.2 ml/kg vs. 1 ml/kg, P = 0.001) and fewer intraoperative complications in the T group (n = 6 vs. n = 0 cases, P = 0.001). There was no significant difference in the number of postoperative complications (n = 1 vs. n = 1, P = 1.0) or in the number of patients with a second CDH recurrence (n = 2 vs. n = 1, P = 0.569) between the two groups. Conclusion: Thoracoscopic surgery is preferable to the open surgical approach for recurrent CDH following an initial abdominal open repair.

DOI： 10.1007/s00595-023-02757-y

Refractory esophageal anastomotic stricture after esophageal atresia surgery improved with retrograde balloon dilatation through gastrostomy followed by laparoscopic fundoplication: a case report

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Yokota, K; Amano, H; Yasui, A; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Maeda, T

SURGICAL CASE REPORTS Vol. 9 ( 1 ) page： 169 2023.9

Robotic versus laparoscopic radical surgery for pediatric congenital biliary dilatation: a comparison of surgical outcomes of a single surgeon's initial experience

Maeda, T; Liu, JH; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Gouda, A; Guo, YH; Hinoki, A

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 39 ( 1 ) page： 261 2023.9

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: This study aimed to clarify the validity of robot-assisted surgery (RAS) for pediatric patients with congenital biliary dilatation (CBD). Methods: We retrospectively compared RAS and laparoscopic surgery (LS) for pediatric CBD performed by the same certified surgeon between 2016 and 2022. Results: We included 6 RAS and 12 LS cases in this study. One case of RAS with laparotomy was excluded from the analysis. The patients in the two groups had comparable ages and body weights. The median surgery duration, the suture time per stitch, and the time to drain removal were 385 min, 145 s, and 5 days in the RAS group and 370 min (p = 0.28), 177 s (p = 0.03), and 6 days (p = 0.03) in the LS group, respectively. The time to create the Roux-en-Y limb was significantly longer in the RAS group. Postoperative complications occurred in one RAS case and in four LS cases. Conclusions: Less anastomotic time per stitch and less time to drain removal suggest that RAS may contribute to accurate suturing and fine intra-pancreatic bile duct dissection. In addition, RAS requiring large movements of forceps in a large surgical field, such as Roux-en-Y creation, is inferior to LS.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-023-05548-1

Management of Congenital and Postoperative Chylothorax: Use of Thoracoscopic Lymphatic Leak Ligations with Intraoperative ICG Lymphangiography

Takada, S; Shirota, C; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Guo, YH; Tainaka, T

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY Vol. 58 ( 9 ) page： 1754 - 1761 2023.9

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Pediatric Surgery

Background: Congenital chylothorax (CCT) and postoperative chylothorax (POCT) are rare and difficult to treat. We report our treatment strategy and outcomes for chylothorax, including thoracoscopic surgery with indocyanine-green (ICG) near-infrared fluorescence lymphangiography. Methods: A retrospective review of patients with CCT and POCT from 2014 to 2021 was performed. After definitive diagnosis, conservative treatments with octreotide, followed by intravenous steroids as needed, were performed. Patients who were refractory to conservative treatment were transferred to surgical treatment, consisting of thoracoscopic lymphatic leak ligations using ICG intraoperative lymphangiography. The effectiveness of conservative and surgical treatment was then examined. Results: We included 19 cases of CCT and 31 cases of POCT. The 31 POCT patients included 23 of 84 postoperative patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), 7 of 54 postoperative patients with esophageal atresia (EA), and 1 of 3 postoperative patients with lymphatic malformation. The efficacy of conservative treatment was 12/19 for CCT, 22/23 for CDH, and 4/7 for EA. Surgical intervention was performed in 10 patients, and the rate of resolution of chylothorax within 3 weeks after surgery was 90%. Conclusion: Thoracoscopic lymphatic leak ligations with intraoperative ICG lymphangiography are feasible and useful in patients with chylothorax refractory to conservative treatment. Level of evidence: Level IV

DOI： 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.11.018

特集急性虫垂炎:診断,治療,研究複雑性虫垂炎の緊急手術

田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 小梛地洋, 長島俊介, 檜顕成, 内田広夫

小児外科 Vol. 55 ( 7 ) page： 751 - 754 2023.7

IgG4-related disease of duodenal obstruction due to multiple ulcers in a 12-year-old girl

Kato, D; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Shirota, C; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y

BMC PEDIATRICS Vol. 23 ( 1 ) page： 376 2023.7

Language：English Publisher：BMC Pediatrics

Background: Immunoglobulin G4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is a systemic inflammatory disease and affected individuals typically present with an increased infiltration of IgG4-positive plasma cells in the pancreas, hepatobiliary tract, and liver but rarely in the gastrointestinal tract. Case presentation: A 12-year-old girl presented with vomiting and poor weight gain. Gastroscopy revealed duodenal stenosis and ulceration. Computed tomography revealed edematous duodenal wall thickening and air-fluid levels on the right side of the duodenum, which suggested duodenal perforation or penetration. She underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy, and IgG4-RD was diagnosed via histopathology. Conclusions: This is the first pediatric case of isolated duodenal IgG4-RD resulting in duodenal obstruction after multiple ulcers. Gastrointestinal IgG4-RD should be among the differential diagnoses of unexplained gastrointestinal obstruction or ulceration even in children.

DOI： 10.1186/s12887-023-04190-z

Case report: Laparoscopic gastrojejunostomy for duodenal atresia with situs inversus and preduodenal portal vein: a report of two cases

Nakagawa, Y; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Yokota, K; Amano, H; Yasui, A; Takimoto, A; Kato, D; Maeda, T; Gohda, Y

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 11 page： 1220393 2023.6

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

Congenital duodenal atresia with situs inversus is occasionally accompanied by a preduodenal portal vein (PDPV), which is incidentally diagnosed during surgery. Duodenoduodenostomy is the most common and effective treatment. However, some patients require other anastomoses. Here, we present two cases of laparoscopic gastrojejunostomy for congenital duodenal atresia with situs inversus and PDPV and describe the reason for selecting gastrojejunostomy. The optimal surgical strategy is patient specific and should be determined based on the patient's general and physical condition.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2023.1220393

Case Report: Retropancreatic fascia hernia protruding into the thoracic cavity through a Bochdalek hernia

Nakagawa, Y; Maeda, T; Uchida, H; Takada, S; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Gohda, Y

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 11 page： 1149515 2023.6

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

Retropancreatic fascia hernia is a novel internal hernia originating from the retropancreatic fascial defect, which subsequently expands toward the dorsal aspect of the pancreatic body and migrates into the retroperitoneal space. We encountered a rare case of concomitant retropancreatic fascia and Bochdalek hernias. Here, we describe the imaging characteristics of this hernia type and its surgical strategies.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2023.1149515

Preoperative Contrast Examinations Help Determine the Appropriate Cervical Approach for Congenital Gross Type C Esophageal Atresia: A Report of Two Cases

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Maeda, T; Gohda, Y; Guo, YH; Hinoki, A

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS Vol. 24 page： e938723 2023.6

Language：English Publisher：American Journal of Case Reports

Objective: Congenital defects/diseases Background: Kluth demonstrated that esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) has several anatomical variations and thus requires a preoperative imaging study to determine the surgical strategy. We routinely perform a contrast examination with iodixanol to assess the location of the TEF and the upper end of the esophageal pouch to determine the most appropriate approach. We herein present two cases of type C EA/TEF who successfully underwent radical surgery by a cervical approach based on the information from the contrast examination. Case Reports: Case 1 was a Japanese boy suspected of type C EA/TEF after birth. A contrast examination with iodixanol showed that a TEF was at the second thoracic vertebra (Th2), as was the upper end of the esophageal pouch. Thus, the patient underwent esophago-esophageal anastomosis and TEF ligation using a cervical approach; the postoperative course was uneventful. Case 2 was also a Japanese boy suspected of type C EA/TEF. A contrast examination showed that the TEF was at Th1-2, as was the upper end of the esophageal pouch. Thus, the patient underwent esophago-esophageal anastomosis and TEF ligation using a cervical approach. The patient suffered from congenital tracheal stenosis and required tracheoplasty. However, there were no apparent complications after the surgery. Conclusions: Here, we used the imaging information to adopt the cervical approach in type C EA/TEF cases and concluded that routine preoperative contrast examinations helped assess the TEF location and upper end of the esophageal pouch without significant complications.

DOI： 10.12659/AJCR.938723

CLINICAL VALIDATION OF NOVEL URINARY MARKERS FOR NEUROBLASTOMA DIAGNOSIS

Amano, H; Uchida, H; Harada, K; Narita, A; Kumano, S; Abe, M; Sakairi, M; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Osawa, T; Taguri, M; Takahashi, Y; Hinoki, A

PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER Vol. 70 page： S95 - S95 2023.6

特集ロボット支援手術ロボット支援下胆管切除術

牧田智, 内田広夫, 住田亙, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 田井中貴久, 天野日出, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一, 合田陽祐, 前田拓也, 郭垚輝, 劉佳慧

小児外科 Vol. 55 ( 5 ) page： 544 - 551 2023.5

Hemi-circumferential mucosal resection and anastomosis procedure for rectal prolapse following anorectoplasty for anorectal malformations

Takimoto, A; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

SURGERY TODAY Vol. 53 ( 5 ) page： 628 - 632 2023.5

Language：English Publisher：Surgery Today

Purpose: Rectal prolapse after radical surgery for anorectal malformations (ARMs) is a common postoperative complication that causes bleeding and stenosis, and sometimes requires surgical treatment. Different surgical techniques have been reported, but most are associated with high recurrence rates and a long postoperative stay. We performed the hemi-circumferential mucosal resection and anastomosis procedure (HCMR) to preserve anal muscle and anal function. Here, we report the success of our minimally invasive surgical approach to correct rectal prolapse in patients with ARMs. Methods: The subjects of this retrospective review were patients who underwent HCMR for rectal prolapse after radical surgery for ARMs between January, 2014 and August, 2021. HCMR involves rectal mucosal resection without muscle plication. Results: A collective 15 HCMR procedures were performed in 10 patients. The median age at repair was 1.8 years (range, 10 months–18 years). The median operation time and postoperative length of stay were 46 min (range, 17–85 min) and 3 days (range, 1–7 days), respectively. The median postoperative observation period was 3 years 4 months (range, 8 months–7 years 10 months) and no complications or recurrences were observed. Conclusions: HCMR is a safe and effective surgical treatment for rectal prolapse after radical operation for ARMs, which is minimally invasive and preserves rectal muscle and function.

DOI： 10.1007/s00595-022-02611-7

Single-cell RNA sequencing of intestinal immune cells in neonatal necrotizing enterocolitis

Oshima, K; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H; Tanaka, Y; Okuno, Y; Go, Y; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Sawa, S

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 39 ( 1 ) page： 179 2023.4

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) causes fatal intestinal necrosis in neonates, but its etiology is unknown. We analyzed the intestinal immune response to NEC. Methods: Using single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), we analyzed the gene expression profiles of intestinal immune cells from four neonates with intestinal perforation (two with NEC and two without NEC). Target mononuclear cells were extracted from the lamina propria of the resected intestines. Results: In all four cases, major immune cells, such as T cells (15.1–47.7%), B cells (3.1–19.0%), monocytes (16.5–31.2%), macrophages (1.6–17.4%), dendritic cells (2.4–12.2%), and natural killer cells (7.5–12.8%), were present in similar proportions to those in the neonatal cord blood. Gene set enrichment analysis showed that the MTOR, TNF-α, and MYC signaling pathways were enriched in T cells of the NEC patients, suggesting upregulated immune responses related to inflammation and cell proliferation. In addition, all four cases exhibited a bias toward cell-mediated inflammation, based on the predominance of T helper 1 cells. Conclusion: Intestinal immunity in NEC subjects exhibited stronger inflammatory responses compared to non-NEC subjects. Further scRNA-seq and cellular analysis may improve our understanding of the pathogenesis of NEC.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-023-05461-7

Rare case of a right Bochdalek hernia with retroperitoneal prolapse of organs into the thoracic cavity in infancy: A case report

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Masamune, O; Takimoto, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Guo, YH

ASIAN JOURNAL OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Vol. 16 ( 2 ) page： 284 - 288 2023.4

Language：English Publisher：Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery

We report an extremely rare case of a right Bochdalek hernia with a sac, in which the retroperitoneal and intra-abdominal organs prolapsed into the thoracic cavity at the same time. The patient was a 7-month-old female with no comorbidities. She presented with cough and fever, and chest radiography revealed a right diaphragmatic hernia. Computed tomography showed that the right kidney, intestine, colon, and liver had prolapsed into the thoracic cavity. The patient underwent thoracoscopic surgery, which showed that the abdominal and retroperitoneal organs prolapsed into the thoracic cavity through the Bochdalek hernia. The herniated organs were spontaneously reduced using thoracoscopic insufflation. The defect hole was closed with artificial mesh. We adopted a thoracoscopic approach, in terms of easy reduction of herniated organs and accurate evaluation of the hernia orifice, which was useful.

DOI： 10.1111/ases.13139

Laparoscopic bile duct plasty for hilar bile duct stenosis (HBDS) in patients with congenital biliary dilatation: Diagnosis of HBDS by preoperative MRCP and laparoscopic strategy to relieve HBDS

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Yasui, A; Takimoto, A; Guo, YH

JOURNAL OF HEPATO-BILIARY-PANCREATIC SCIENCES Vol. 30 ( 4 ) page： 473 - 481 2023.4

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences

Background/Purpose: Congenital biliary dilatation (CBD) is a disease associated with pancreaticobiliary maljunction. The most frequent postoperative complication is intrahepatic stones, which are caused by hilar bile duct stenosis (HBDS). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the records of patients who underwent primary surgery for CBD between 2013 and 2021. We evaluated images and videos of HBDS, the laparoscopic technique of releasing the stenosis, and its occurrence rate and compared intraoperative bile duct findings with those of preoperative magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP). Results: There were 87 CBD cases in this study. HBDS occurred in 52% and preoperative MRCP for HBDS showed a 96% sensitivity and 74% specificity in this study. Bile duct plasty was performed in 45% of the cases and videos demonstrated typical methods of laparoscopic bile duct plasty. The mid- to long-term complications were hepatolithiasis in three patients, anastomotic site stricture in three, and postoperative obstruction in two. Conclusions: Our study revealed that preoperative imaging studies are useful for the prediction of HBDS. Our laparoscopic meticulous probing method for finding BDS reveals more intrahepatic BDS through magnification. Therefore, this may reduce the incidence of intrahepatic stones. Preoperative imaging and intraoperative findings can be complemented to plan management that reduces long-term complications.

DOI： 10.1002/jhbp.1235

Laparoscopic internal intestinal drainage of bile lakes in a patient with recurrence of jaundice after laparoscopic revision of Kasai portoenterostomy for biliary atresia: A case report

Gohda, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Guo, YH

ASIAN JOURNAL OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Vol. 16 ( 2 ) page： 275 - 278 2023.4

Language：English Publisher：Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery

Bile lake, of the postoperative complications after Kasai portoenterostomy (PE) for biliary atresia, causes cholangitis that may induce progressive fibrosis of the liver. Standard treatment for bile lakes has not yet been established, but there are reports that surgical internal intestinal drainage for bile lakes effectively prevents cholangitis and maintains jaundice-free status. In this case, insertion of the percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage into the bile lake allowed continuous drainage of large volumes of bile juice. However, reoperation following laparotomy increases the surgical risk of subsequent liver transplantation due to postoperative adhesion. Laparoscopic surgery was selected for the patient who was likely to require liver transplantation in the future. In this case, laparoscopic internal intestinal drainage of bile lakes was performed safely by a Cavitron ultrasonic surgical aspirator for the recurrence of jaundice after laparoscopic revision of PE. Cholangitis and jaundice were rapidly resolved after this surgical procedure.

DOI： 10.1111/ases.13133

Update on aortopexy and posterior tracheopexy for tracheomalacia in patients with esophageal atresia

Sumida, W; Yasui, A; Shirota, C; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Amano, H; Guo, YH; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

SURGERY TODAY Vol. 54 ( 3 ) page： 211 - 219 2023.2

Language：English Publisher：Surgery Today

Despite improving the survival after repair of esophageal atresia (EA), the morbidity of EA repair remains high. Specifically, tracheomalacia (TM) is one of the most frequent complications of EA repair. Continuous positive airway pressure is generally applied for the treatment of TM. However, surgical intervention is required against an apparent life-threatening event or inability to perform extubation for a long period. According to our review, most cases of TM showed symptom improvement after aortopexy. The ratio of the trachea’s lateral and anterior–posterior diameter at the brachiocephalic artery crossing the trachea, which reflects the compression of the trachea by the brachiocephalic artery, is a good indicator of aortopexy. Our finding suggests that most TM cases associated with EA may not be caused by tracheal fragility alone, but may involve blood vessel compression. Posterior tracheopexy (PT) is also an effective treatment for TM. Recently, open or thoracoscopic PT was able to be performed simultaneously with EA repair. In many cases, aortopexy or PT is a safe and effective surgical treatment for TM with EA. Other surgical procedures, such as external stenting, should be considered for patients with diffuse-type TM for whom aortopexy and PT appear relatively ineffective.

DOI： 10.1007/s00595-023-02652-6

Laparoscopic Duodenal-Caudal Detachment Method: Early Experience of a Novel Technique for Malrotation with Volvulus in Neonates

Takimoto, A; Amano, H; Sumida, W; Shirota, C; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Goda, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

JOURNAL OF LAPAROENDOSCOPIC & ADVANCED SURGICAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 33 ( 2 ) page： 220 - 225 2023.2

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques

Purpose: A laparoscopic approach for malrotation is feasible and safe in hemodynamically stable neonates without intestinal necrosis; however, volvulus is associated with recurrence and conversion. We developed a novel approach using a laparoscopic duodenal-caudal detachment method to perform the Ladd procedure for neonates with volvulus under the limited view of laparoscopy. This study presents the results, effectiveness, and details of the method. Materials and Methods: In the laparoscopic duodenal-caudal detachment method, we first detached the adhesions around the duodenum, including the Ladd's band. After the adhesions were completely removed, the duodenum was freely drawn caudally, leading to the release of torsion. We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of patients who underwent surgery for malrotation of the volvulus at 30 days of age between January 2014 and September 2021. Results: Seven neonates underwent the laparoscopic duodenal-caudal detachment method and 13 underwent the open Ladd procedure. The new technique was performed in all 7 patients, and there were no conversions or recurrences. The operation time was significantly longer in the laparoscopic procedure group (55 minutes versus 111 minutes; P < .01). Conclusions: Our detorsion method, involving an initial incision of the Ladd's band, is safe and effective for neonates and may lead to an improvement in the conversion rates.

DOI： 10.1089/lap.2022.0390

Endoscopic injection sclerotherapy with polidocanol for cardiac varices in children and adolescents

Yokoyama, S; Ishizu, Y; Honda, T; Imai, N; Ito, T; Yamamoto, K; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Makita, S; Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Ishigami, M

ARCHIVES DE PEDIATRIE Vol. 30 ( 2 ) page： 109 - 112 2023.2

Language：English Publisher：Archives de Pediatrie

Background: Like esophageal varices, cardiac varices are often treated with endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL). However, we previously reported that EVL for cardiac varices may be associated with a high risk of rebleeding from the ulcer if the O-ring spontaneously drops off early. The efficacy and safety of para-variceal endoscopic injection sclerotherapy (EIS) with polidocanol for the treatment of cardiac varices in children and adolescents were evaluated. Methods: Eleven patients under 18 years of age with portal hypertension who underwent para-variceal EIS with polidocanol for cardiac varices with red signs, which were considered to be at high risk of bleeding, were retrospectively reviewed. Results: One session of para-variceal polidocanol-EIS was performed for each of the 11 patients. One patient experienced temporary hypoxia due to aspiration of saliva when the tracheal intubation tube was removed after the procedure but recovered by endotracheal suctioning; there were no other adverse events. In six of the eight cases in which efficacy could be evaluated, eradication of cardiac varices was achieved. Conclusion: Para-variceal polidocanol-EIS may be considered instead of EVL for small cardiac varices with red signs in pediatric patients with cardiac varices.

DOI： 10.1016/j.arcped.2022.11.016

A new type of retropancreatic fascia hernia in the supramesocolic space preoperatively misdiagnosed as a diaphragmatic hernia: report of two cases

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Makita, S; Yokota, K; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Ogata, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Maeda, T; Gohda, Y

SURGICAL CASE REPORTS Vol. 9 ( 1 ) page： 5 2023.1

Laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with ileal-J-pouch anal canal anastomosis without diverting ileostomy for total colonic and extensive aganglionosis is safe and feasible with combined Lugol's iodine staining technique and indocyanine green fluorescence angiography

Nakagawa, Y; Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Maeda, T; Gohda, Y

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 10 page： 1090336 2023.1

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

Background: We present the surgical technique and outcomes of reduced-port laparoscopic restorative proctocolectomy with ileal-J-pouch anal canal anastomosis (IPACA) without diverting ileostomy for total colonic and extensive aganglionosis (TCA+). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed TCA+ cases between 2014 and 2022. Preoperative ileostomy was performed when transanal bowel irrigation was ineffective. Radical surgery for TCA+ was performed at approximately 6 kg. The surgery was performed using laparoscopy through a multi-channel trocar with or without an additional 3-mm trocar and IPACA reconstruction with indocyanine green fluorescence angiography (ICG) to assess anastomotic perfusion and Lugol's iodine staining to visualize the surgical anal canal. Results: Ten patients with TCA+ were included. Ileostomy was performed in seven cases. The median operation time and blood loss were 274.5 min and 20 ml, respectively. No significant postoperative complications were found. All patients experienced frequent liquid stools and perianal excoriation in the early postoperative period, requiring anti-flatulence or codeine. The median follow-up period was 3.5 years. Three patients required irrigation management 1 year postoperatively, and the others defecated a median of 3.5 times per day. The median Kelly's clinical score was 5 in 5 patients aged >4 years. Conclusion: Reduced-port surgery, combined with Lugol's iodine staining and ICG, was safe, feasible, and had cosmetically and clinically acceptable mid-term outcomes.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2022.1090336

The presence of high-risk varices after sclerotherapy in biliary atresia

Yokoyama, S; Ishizu, Y; Honda, T; Imai, N; Ito, T; Yamamoto, K; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Nakagawa, Y; Takada, S; Ishigami, M; Uchida, H; Kawashima, H

PEDIATRICS INTERNATIONAL Vol. 65 ( 1 ) page： e15454 2023.1

Language：English Publisher：Pediatrics International

Background: Esophagogastric varices (EGVs) may develop as a result of portal hypertension in children with biliary atresia (BA). Although endoscopic injection sclerotherapy (EIS) with ethanolamine oleate (EO) is reported useful for children, risk factors associated with the presence of high-risk EGVs after treatment remain unknown. Methods: The subjects were BA patients under 15 years of age who underwent EO-EIS. We retrospectively reviewed a total of 28 treatment sessions of EGVs with red signs and those larger than F2, which were considered to be at high risk of bleeding. Survival analysis was performed for the presence of high-risk EGVs at the time of follow-up endoscopy as the occurrence of an event. Results: Univariate analysis showed a significantly increased risk of the presence of high-risk EGVs post-EO-EIS in patients with increased liver stiffness (LS) and Mac-2 binding protein glycan isomer (M2BPGi), with hazard ratios of 1.48 and 1.15, respectively. The median presence-free period was significantly shorter in the LS ≥ 2.8 m/s patients than in those with LS <2.8 m/s (189 vs. 266 days). Similarly, the median presence-free period was significantly shorter in patients with M2BPGi ≥ 4.0 than in those with M2BPGi < 4.0 (182 vs. 203 days). The results of multivariate analysis revealed that the risk of the presence of high-risk EGVs was significantly higher only in the high-LS group, with a hazard ratio of 2.76. Conclusions: Increased LS is associated with risk of the presence of high-risk EGVs following EO-EIS in children with BA.

DOI： 10.1111/ped.15454

Laparoscopic closure of Roux limb perforation during double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography with laparoscopy-assisted endoscopic hepatolithectomy 30 years after congenital biliary dilatation radical surgery: A case report

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Masamune, O; Ogata, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y

ASIAN JOURNAL OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Vol. 16 ( 1 ) page： 118 - 122 2023.1

Language：English Publisher：Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery

We report a case of hepatolithiasis 30 years after congenital biliary dilatation (CBD) surgery. A 31-year-old woman presented with fever and epigastric pain. She had a history of radical surgery for type I CBD at the age of 1 year and had no significant symptoms for approximately 30 years after surgery. Laboratory and imaging results showed hepatolithiasis at the common trunk of segments II and III with cholangitis. She was admitted to our hospital for antibiotics and underwent double-balloon endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (DBERC) to treat the hepatolithiasis. Roux-limb jejunum was perforated during DBERC; hence, emergent laparoscopic perforation site closure and simultaneous endoscopic lithotomy through the Roux-limb jejunum with exteriorization via umbilical incision were performed. The postoperative course was uneventful, and the patient was discharged without any complications.

DOI： 10.1111/ases.13116

Retroperitoneoscopic resection of a large paraganglioma surrounded by the right diaphragmatic crus on the dorsal side of the inferior vena cava: A pediatric case report

Takimoto, A; Sumida, W; Shirota, C; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Goda, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

ASIAN JOURNAL OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Vol. 16 ( 1 ) page： 131 - 134 2023.1

Language：English Publisher：Asian Journal of Endoscopic Surgery

Pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas are rare tumors. A 10 year-old girl was brought to the emergency room with complaints of sudden vomiting and convulsions, and was initially diagnosed with hypertensive encephalopathy. Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scan showed a large mass (6 × 3 × 3 cm) on the dorsal side of the inferior vena cava, surrounded by the right diaphragmatic crus, and closely attached to the aorta. Blood noradrenaline, urinary normetanephrine, and noradrenaline levels were elevated. The final diagnosis was retroperitoneal paraganglioma, then, surgery was contemplated. The location of the liver and great vessels in front of the tumor made the commonly performed transabdominal approach complicated. Therefore, retroperitoneoscopic surgery was preferred for safer resection, with better visualization in a sufficient space with less risk of damaging the surrounding organs. The retroperitoneoscopic approach is a good indication for tumors located behind the great vessels.

DOI： 10.1111/ases.13119

先天性十二指腸閉鎖症・狭窄症に合併した膵・胆管合流異常の4例

牧田智, 内田広夫, 檜顕成, 寺脇幹, 城田千代栄, 田井中貴久, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 天野日出, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 中川洋一, 加藤大幾, 合田陽祐, 前田拓也, 郭垚輝, 劉佳慧

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 46 ( 0 ) page： 52 - 53 2023

AI画像解析による内視鏡外科手術手技のビデオ評価及び手術支援システムの構築

安井昭洋, 内田広夫, 森健策, 石田昇平, 出家亨一, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 小田昌宏, 林雄一郎

生体医工学 Vol. Annual61 ( Abstract ) page： 127_2 - 127_2 2023

Language：Japanese Publisher：公益社団法人日本生体医工学会

<p>【はじめに】術後成長発達する小児患者にとって、低侵襲手術は非常に重要である。しかし患者数は限られているため、しっかりとした手術を行うためにoff the job-training(OJT)が重要である。さらにOJTでの効率的な手技獲得には、手技を客観的に評価しfeed backを行うシステムが必須である。また安全で効率的な内視鏡手術を行うためには、臓器の位置関係の把握が必要であるため、術中ナビゲーションは重要な要件となる。これらの課題に対して、AIを用いた内視鏡手技評価および手術支援システムの構築に着手しており現状の成果を報告する。【方法と結果】食道閉鎖症モデルを用いた吻合手技を被験者に課し、各被験者の手技を最初に人の目で「check 表」「エラー項目」「時間」を用いて評価した。次にビデオから検出した鉗子の動きと人が判定した手技優劣の関係性をAIで学習させ、上位88％・下位95％の精度で手技優劣が自動判定可能となった。この結果を解析することで今まで必要だった50項目以上の肉眼チェックが、わずか７項目チェックするだけで手技の優劣を判断できることが明らかになった。現在食道閉鎖症の手術画像を用いて、食道・迷走神経・気管を深層学習させ、各種構造物の自動認識を進めている。【まとめ】AI画像解析により内視鏡手技の優劣をビデオで判定可能となった。この結果から新たに効率的な手技判断基準を定めることができた。術中ナビゲーションは現在精度のさらなる向上を目指している。</p>

DOI： 10.11239/jsmbe.annual61.127_2

Refractory tracheoesophageal fistula treated using multi-stage surgery: A case report

Nakagawa, Y; Makita, S; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Guo, YH

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 10 page： 1053154 2022.12

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

A tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) recurs in approximately 2%–13% of cases of esophageal atresia with TEF that are treated surgically. Currently, there is no consensus on the most effective treatment to prevent recurrent TEF (RTEF). Herein, we present a patient with type C esophageal atresia who underwent thoracoscopic esophago-esophageal anastomosis and TEF repair at 2 days old. However, RTEFs were observed at ages 3, 6, and 11 months, and thoracoscopic TEF repairs using a pleural patch, fascia lata graft, and pectoralis major myocutaneous (PMMC) flap were performed, respectively. A fourth recurrence led to mediastinitis, shock liver, disseminated intravascular coagulopathy, and a compromised respiratory status. Hence, laparoscopic esophageal transection was first performed to improve the respiratory condition by preventing the regurgitation of gastric contents. Once the patient was stable, a subtotal esophageal resection with TEF closure followed by gastric tube reconstruction was performed. In conclusion, we encountered a case of refractory RTEF that was repaired four times using various techniques, including a fascia lata graft and PMMC flap. However, TEF still recurred after these four operations. The final surgical strategy involved an esophageal transection as a palliative therapy, which improved the respiratory condition, followed by closure of the TEF and subtotal esophageal resection. Finally, esophageal reconstruction using a gastric tube after the complete remission of inflammation was effective. This multi-stage surgery was considered the only choice to rescue the patient and effectively prevent another recurrence.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2022.1053154

Preoperative imaging contributes to pathologically complete resection of the urachal remnant by determining an appropriate surgical approach without unnecessary and excessive surgical invasion: a retrospective study

Nakagawa, Y; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Ogata, S; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y

BMC UROLOGY Vol. 22 ( 1 ) page： 207 2022.12

Language：English Publisher：BMC Urology

Background: The urachus is an embryonic structure that connects the bladder to the allantois during early embryonic development. Occasionally, it fails to disappear at birth, leading to a case of urachal remnant (UR). This study aimed to determine whether our policy for selecting an appropriate UR resection approach is valid. We performed preoperative imaging to examine whether UR continued toward the bladder apex. If so, the UR and bladder apex were excised using the trans-umbilical approach, in addition to laparoscopy, if necessary. If preoperative imaging indicated that the UR ended near the umbilicus, the UR from the umbilicus to the duct end was resected. Pathological evaluations were performed to determine the appropriateness of the surgical approach indicated by preoperative imaging. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed pediatric patients with UR who underwent surgery between 2015 and 2021. Their background characteristics and surgical outcomes were evaluated. Results: Twenty patients with UR were included (median age, 7 [interquartile range, 2–10.25] years). UR continued toward the bladder apex in 10 patients and ended near the umbilicus in 10 patients. Urachus tissue at the bladder site was observed when the UR and bladder apex were excised. When UR was resected from the umbilicus to the duct end, urachus tissue was not pathologically detected at the resection margin. Conclusion: Our policy results in complete resection without excessive surgical invasion.

DOI： 10.1186/s12894-022-01153-x

Laparoscopic revision of Kasai portoenterostomy after initial laparoscopic portoenterostomy in patients with biliary atresia: a limited but positive effect on native liver survival

Kato, D; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 38 ( 12 ) page： 1821 - 1827 2022.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: It is important for patients with biliary atresia (BA) to retain the native liver after Kasai portoenterostomy (PE). Laparoscopic PE (Lap-PE) is standard, whereas laparoscopic revision of PE (Lap-revision) is performed as needed. We report the medium-term outcomes of Lap-revision. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the demographics and outcomes of 63 patients who underwent Lap-PE between 2013 and 2021. Indications for revision included recurrent jaundice, repeat cholangitis, and persistent jaundice with temporary biliary excretion following the initial PE. We compared liver transplantation (LT) data of patients who underwent Lap-revision with those of patients who did not. Results: Lap-revision was performed in 20 patients. Of those 17 (excluding the two who were jaundice-free before the age of 1, and the one who underwent open conversion for bleeding), 11 (65%) were jaundice-free 1 year after Lap-revision. The surgical parameters of LT did not differ between patients who underwent Lap-revision and those who did not. Conclusion: Lap-revision for patients with BA had a limited but positive effect on native liver survival and did not adversely affect subsequent LT. Therefore, Lap-revision could be second-line standard therapy in patients with BA who have demonstrated biliary drainage at least once after initial PE.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-022-05235-7

Adding a spur valve to laparoscopic portoenterostomy for patients with biliary atresia can achieve a high jaundice clearance rate and lower the number of episodes of cholangitis

Yasui, A; Hinoki, A; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 38 ( 12 ) page： 1881 - 1885 2022.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of adding a spur valve to laparoscopic portoenterostomy for patients with biliary atresia. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the records of all patients diagnosed with biliary atresia (BA) who underwent laparoscopic portoenterostomy (Lap-PE) between 2013 and 2021. The patients were divided into two groups: Lap-PE with a spur valve (spur group) and without it (control group). Perioperative management was the same in both groups. We compared patient backgrounds and clinical outcomes, including jaundice clearance and the number of postoperative cholangitis episodes. Results: Of 63 patients reviewed, 16 received a spur valve. There were no statistically significant differences in the patient backgrounds between the groups. All patients in the spur group achieved jaundice clearance. The number of postoperative cholangitis episodes one year after surgery was significantly lower in the spur group than in the control group (1 [0–3] vs. 3 [0–9], p = 0.04). The jaundice-free survival rate with the native liver at one year after surgery was significantly higher in the spur group (100% vs. 53%, p = 0.01). Conclusions: Adding a spur valve during Lap-PE significantly lowered the number of cholangitis episodes 1 year after surgery.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-022-05230-y

Biochemical markers to predict the development of gastrointestinal bleeding and esophageal varices after portoenterostomy in biliary atresia

Sumida, W; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Yokoyama, S; Ishizu, Y; Amano, H; Guo, YH; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 38 ( 12 ) page： 1799 - 1805 2022.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) due to esophageal varices (EV) is one of the factors that negatively impact native liver survival of patients with biliary atresia (BA). Gastrointestinal fibroscopy (GIF) is usually used to determine the presence of EVs; however, it requires general anesthesia. The aim of this study is to search for markers in blood tests obtained during routine check-ups that can predict the development of GIB. Methods: Data of patients with BA who underwent portoenterostomy at our hospital from 2014 to 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The patients’ data were assigned to three groups according to specific time points: Group B, which included data at GIB; Group NB-T, which included data at GIF and EV treatment; and Group NB-NT, which included data at GIF without treatment. The data in Group B were compared to those of other groups. Results: In our study, GIB occurred in 11 patients, and 12 cases and 8 cases were classified into Groups NB-NT and NB-T, respectively. Compared with the other groups, only ChE and M2BPGi in Group B showed statistically significant differences. Conclusions: ChE and M2BPGi are useful for predicting GIB.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-022-05243-7

Combined negative pressure wound therapy with irrigation and dwell time and artificial dermis prevents infection and promotes granulation formation in a ruptured giant omphalocele: a case report

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y

BMC PEDIATRICS Vol. 22 ( 1 ) page： 680 2022.11

Language：English Publisher：BMC Pediatrics

Background: Omphalocele is a congenital abdominal wall defect of the umbilical cord insertion site. A giant omphalocele, with a fascial defect > 5 cm in diameter and/or containing > 50% of the liver within the hernia sac, can be challenging for pediatric surgeons. Recently, negative pressure wound therapy has been reported as an effective management for giant omphaloceles; however, it is not recommended for an infected wound with necrotic tissue as it may exacerbate infection. We adopted negative pressure wound therapy with irrigation and dwell time (NPWTi-d) for a case of a ruptured giant omphalocele. Artificial membranes, followed by artificial dermis, were used to promote fibrous capsule formation, and then NPWTi-d was used to promote granulation while controlling infection. However, studies have not been conducted regarding NPWTi-d for ruptured giant omphaloceles; hence, we present our treatment experience with NPWTi-d for a giant omphalocele. Case presentation: The patient was a boy born at 38 weeks and 3 days of gestation, weighing 1896 g. He was diagnosed with a ruptured giant omphalocele with a total liver and intestine defect hole of 10 cm × 10 cm. The patient underwent silo placement using an artificial mesh, followed by plicating the artificial mesh at 4 days of age. The herniated viscera were gradually reduced into the abdominal cavity; however, the defect size was still large. Hence, a collagen-based artificial dermis was patched on the defect hole. After creating a fresh and smooth granulated tissue, NPWTi-d was applied at 33 days of age to promote granulation and control infection. We used the 3 M™ V.A.C.® Ulta Therapy Unit with 3 M™ VeraFlo™ therapy. NPWTi-d was stopped at 60 days of age when the granulation tissue was well formed including at the artificial dermis site. The wound was managed with prostandin ointment and appropriate debridement, resulting in complete epithelialization at 5 months of age. Conclusions: Artificial membranes followed by artificial dermis were used to promote a fibrous capsule and artificial dermis granulation, which protects against organ damage. NPWTi-d achieved better control of infection and promoted wound healing. NPWTi-d combined with artificial dermis can effectively treat ruptured giant omphaloceles.

DOI： 10.1186/s12887-022-03755-8

Case report: A giant bilateral inguinal hernia requiring artificial mesh and multi-stage surgery in infancy; hernioplasty with silo placement to prevent acute compartment syndrome

Nakagawa, Y; Makita, S; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Ogata, S; Takada, S; Kato, D; Gohda, Y; Yaohui, G

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 10 page： 1030934 2022.11

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

Hernioplasty for giant inguinal hernias can cause abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) in adults but rarely does in infants. We encountered a case of a giant bilateral inguinal hernia in infancy complicated by ACS after hernioplasty. Silo placement via a skin incision effectively treated ACS, after which the abdominal wall was safely closed. Hernioplasty performed early in the clinical course can help expand the abdominal cavity and avoid ACS. Thus, hernioplasty should be performed earlier if the hernia size in the flank space gradually increases.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2022.1030934

Intraoperative indocyanine green fluorescence cholangiography can rule out biliary atresia: A preliminary report

Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Togawa, T; Ito, S; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Takada, S; Okamoto, M; Nakagawa, Y; Kato, D; Uchida, H

FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS Vol. 10 page： 1005879 2022.11

Language：English Publisher：Frontiers in Pediatrics

Background: The prognosis of BA is known to be poor if definitive surgery is performed too late. Therefore, excluding BA as a diagnosis at an early stage is crucial. Conventional cholangiography requiring cannulation through the gallbladder may be unnecessarily invasive for patients, especially when ruling out BA. Therefore, a less invasive alternative such as indocyanine green (ICG) cholangiography, which does not require cannulation, should be established. In this study, we focused on excluding BA and confirmed the usefulness of intravenous ICG fluorescence cholangiography. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first preliminary study to report the use of intravenous ICG cholangiography for BA exclusion. Methods: The study participants were patients who underwent liver biopsy and intraoperative cholangiography after they were suspected to have BA, between 2013 and 2022. ICG fluorescence cholangiography was performed on all patients who provided informed consent. Results: During the study period, 88 patients underwent a laparoscopic liver biopsy and cholangiography. Among them, 65 (74%) were diagnosed with BA and underwent a subsequent laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy. BA was ruled out intraoperatively in 23 patients. Of the 23 patients in whom BA was ruled out, 14 underwent ICG cholangiography, 11 had gallbladder (GB) fluorescence, and 9 had both GB and common bile duct (CBD) fluorescence. Conventional cholangiography was very difficult in 2 of 23 cases: in 1 case, cannulation of the atrophic gallbladder was impossible, and cholecystectomy was indicated after multiple attempts; in 1 case, upstream cholangiography was not possible. In both cases, ICG fluorescence cholangiography successfully imaged the CBD and the GB. Conclusions: In conclusion, intravenous ICG fluorescence cholangiography might be a useful and less invasive diagnostic procedure that can rule out BA in infants.

DOI： 10.3389/fped.2022.1005879

Circumumbilical incision for neonatal abdominal surgery: additional skin incision when there is difficulty in manipulating the intestine

Nakagawa, Y; Hinoki, A; Amano, H; Uchida, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Kato, D

NAGOYA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE Vol. 84 ( 4 ) page： 716 - 722 2022.11

Language：English Publisher：Nagoya Journal of Medical Science

This study aimed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of circumumbilical incision (CUI) for neonates requiring intestinal anastomosis. Seventy neonates requiring intestinal anastomosis at our institution between 2003 and 2020 were included in this retrospective case-control study. Patients were classified into the CUI (25 patients: 36%) and transverse incision (TI) groups (45 patients: 64%). Postoperative complications and surgical outcomes were compared between the two groups. Intestinal perforation at the non-anastomotic site occurred significantly more often in the CUI group than in the TI group (3 patients: 12%, and 0 patients: 0%, respectively (p = 0.042)). There were no between-group differences regarding anastomotic leakages, anastomotic strictures, time to enteral feeding, operative time, and blood loss. Neonatal intestinal surgery employing CUI might be associated with increased intestinal perforation at the non-anastomotic site. Hesitating to enlarge the skin incision to maintain favorable cosmetic outcomes might cause severe injury to the delicate neonatal intestine during the surgical procedure owing to the restricted surgical field. When performing CUI, we suggest that the skin incision should be extended without hesitation whenever there is difficulty in manipulating the intestine.

DOI： 10.18999/nagjms.84.4.716

特集小児外科を取り巻く最新テクノロジー Hirschsprung病に対する機械学習を用いた病理診断支援システムの開発

天野日出, 木村和恵, 今井佑太, 加藤竜司, 中澤温子, 城田千代栄, 滝本愛太朗, 住田亙, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 安井昭洋, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一, 加藤大幾, 檜顕成, 内田広夫

小児外科 Vol. 54 ( 10 ) page： 1007 - 1011 2022.10

Laparoscopic definitive surgery for congenital biliary dilatation with aggressive hilar bile ductoplasty and complete resection of the intrapancreatic bile duct in pediatric patients is safe and effective, comparable to open surgery

Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Tanaka, Y; Uchida, H

SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 36 ( 10 ) page： 7352 - 7359 2022.10

Language：English Publisher：Surgical Endoscopy

Background: After surgery for congenital biliary dilatation (CBD), hilar and hepatic bile duct stenosis and intrapancreatic bile duct remnants can cause many postoperative complications. We investigated the efficacy of laparoscopic surgery with aggressive bile ductoplasty and complete excision of the intrapancreatic bile duct in CBD patients compared to open surgery. Methods: Pediatric patients who underwent surgery for CBD at our institution between 2006 and 2020 were divided into two groups: laparoscopic surgery (Lap group) and open surgery (Op group). Surgical outcomes were compared between the two groups. Results: We enrolled 160 patients (85 in the Lap group and 75 in the Op group). Hilar bile ductoplasty was performed in 52 (61%) patients from the Lap group and 40 (53%) patients from the Op group. The operative time was significantly longer, the amount of blood loss was significantly lower, and the length of hospital stay was significantly shorter in the Lap group than in the Op group. Postoperative early and late complications occurred at a similarly low rate in both groups. When the surgical outcomes were compared between the group who underwent laparoscopic bile ductoplasty and the group that did not, postoperative early and late complications occurred similarly in both groups. Conclusions: Laparoscopic surgery for CBD with aggressive hilar bile ductoplasty and complete excision of the intrapancreatic bile duct is safe and effective, comparable to open surgery. However, it is necessary to verify whether long-term occurrence of hepatolithiasis similar to open definitive surgery can be obtained in the future.

DOI： 10.1007/s00464-022-09132-x

PERSISTENT CHOLESTASIS AFTER KASAI PORTOENTEROSTOMY PREDICTS PORTAL HYPERTENSION IN NATIVE LIVER SURVIVORS OF BILIARY ATRESIA - RESULT FROM A LARGE COHORT MULTICENTRE ANALYSIS

Chung, PHY; Harumatsu, T; Nakagawa, Y; Tsuboi, K; Chan, EKW; Leung, MWY; Yeung, F; Muto, M; Kawano, T; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Nakamra, H; Koga, H; Miyano, G; Ieiri, S; Uchida, H; Yamataka, A; Wong, KKY

HEPATOLOGY Vol. 76 page： S1528 - S1529 2022.10

特集先天性胆道拡張症up-to-date 腹腔鏡下先天性胆道拡張症根治術中に膵管損傷した2例

加藤大幾, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 牧田智, 天野日出, 岡本眞宗, 尾形誠弥, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一, 合田陽祐, 内田広夫

小児外科 Vol. 54 ( 9 ) page： 924 - 927 2022.9

特集先天性胆道拡張症up-to-date 肝側合併症(肝内胆管狭窄)に対する肝内胆管形成術

中川洋一, 内田広夫, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 尾形誠弥, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 加藤大幾, 合田陽祐

小児外科 Vol. 54 ( 9 ) page： 904 - 907 2022.9

Evaluation of minimally invasive surgical skills training: comparing a neonatal esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula model with a dry box Reviewed

Deie, K; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Fujiogi, M; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Maeda, T

SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES Vol. 36 ( 8 ) page： 6035 - 6048 2022.8

Language：English Publisher：Surgical Endoscopy

Background: Pediatric surgeons require highly advanced minimally invasive surgical skills to perform rare and complex surgeries in a very vulnerable population. We developed a neonatal esophageal atresia (EA) model to improve thoracoscopic surgical skills. This study aimed to evaluate the concurrent validity of the model by undertaking pre- and post-training skills assessments in two groups of students with no prior experience performing minimally invasive surgery, using the EA model and a dry box (DB). Methods: A pilot study was performed. The participants were randomly divided into two groups: one trained using the DB and one trained using the EA model. Both groups practiced a minimally invasive surgical suture task. The task completion time, 29-point checklist score, modified suturing error sheet score, and three-dimensional forceps movement in both groups were compared pre-and post-training by video analysis. Results: The EA model task was significantly more difficult than that of the DB. Both groups showed significant improvement in the task time, 29-point checklist score, and modified suturing error sheet score; however, the EA model training was more efficient in improving each error item. Regarding forceps movement, the EA model training significantly decreased wasted motion, whereas the DB was limited in this regard. Conclusions: Short-term training on the EA model, which was more technically demanding than the DB, decreased technical error and wasted motion, and allowed learners to acquire surgical skills more efficiently than training with the DB model. These facts revealed the concurrent validity of the EA model.

DOI： 10.1007/s00464-022-09185-y

Risk factors for unplanned removal of central venous catheters in hospitalized children with hematological and oncological disorders

Miyagishima, M; Hamada, M; Hirayama, Y; Muramatsu, H; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Imaizumi, T; Nakatochi, M; Kamei, M; Nishikawa, E; Kawashima, N; Narita, A; Nishio, N; Kojima, S; Takahashi, Y

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEMATOLOGY Vol. 116 ( 2 ) page： 288 - 294 2022.8

Language：English Publisher：International Journal of Hematology

Central venous catheters (CVCs) are essential devices in the treatment of pediatric patients with hematological and oncological disorders; however, the most suitable type of CVC for these patients remains unclear. We retrospectively compared risk factors for unplanned removal of two commonly used CVCs, peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and tunneled CVCs, to propose which is the better device. We followed 89 patients fitted with a tunneled CVC (total 21,395 catheter-days) and 84 fitted with a PICC (total 9177 catheter-days) between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2015, until catheter removal. Patients with a PICC had a significantly higher 3-month cumulative incidence of catheter occlusion (5.2% vs. 0%, p = 4.08 × 10−3) and total unplanned removals (29.0% vs. 6.9%, p = 0.0316) than those with tunneled CVCs. However, the cumulative incidence of central line-associated bloodstream infection did not differ significantly by CVC type. Multivariable analysis identified younger age (< 2 years) [sub-distribution hazard ratio (SHR) 2.29; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.27–4.14] and PICC (SHR 2.73; 95% CI 1.48–5.02) as independent risk factors for unplanned removal. Thus, our results suggest that tunneled CVCs are preferable in pediatric patients with hematological and oncological disorders requiring long-term, intensive treatment.

DOI： 10.1007/s12185-022-03346-4

Thoracoscopic posterior tracheopexy during primary esophageal atresia repair ameliorate tracheomalacia in neonates: a single-center retrospective comparative cohort study

Yasui, A; Hinoki, A; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H

BMC SURGERY Vol. 22 ( 1 ) page： 285 2022.7

Language：English Publisher：BMC Surgery

Background: Esophageal atresia (EA) is often associated with tracheomalacia (TM). The severity of TM symptoms varies widely, with serious cases requiring prolonged respiratory support and surgical treatment. Although we performed thoracoscopic posterior tracheopexy (TPT) during primary EA repair to prevent or reduce the symptoms of TM, few studies have investigated the safety and effectiveness of TPT during primary EA repair. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of TPT in neonates. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the records of all patients diagnosed with TM who underwent primary thoracoscopic EA repair between 2013 and 2020 at the Nagoya University Hospital. Patients were divided into two groups: TPT (TPT group) and without TPT (control group). TPT has been performed in all patients with EA complicated by TM since 2020. We compared patient backgrounds, surgical outcomes, postoperative complications, and treatment efficacy. Results: Of the 22 patients reviewed, eight were in the TPT group and 14 were in the control group. There were no statistically significant differences in the surgical outcomes between the groups (operation time: p = 0.31; blood loss: p = 0.83; time to extubation: p = 0.30; time to start enteral feeding: p = 0.19; time to start oral feeding: p = 0.43). Conversion to open thoracotomy was not performed in any case. The median operative time required for posterior tracheopexy was 10 (8–15) min. There were no statistically significant differences in postoperative complications between the groups (chylothorax: p = 0.36; leakage: p = 1.00; stricture: p = 0.53). The respiratory dependence rate 30 days postoperative (2 [25%] vs. 11 [79%], p = 0.03) and the ratio of the lateral and anterior–posterior diameter of the trachea (LAR) were significantly lower in the TPT group (1.83 [1.66–2.78] vs. 3.59 [1.80–7.70], p = 0.01). Conclusions: TPT during primary EA repair for treatment of TM significantly lowered respiratory dependence rate at 30 days postoperative without increasing the risk of postoperative complications. This study suggested that TPT could improve TM associated with EA.

DOI： 10.1186/s12893-022-01738-1

A patient with very early onset FH-deficient renal cell carcinoma diagnosed at age seven

Taniguchi, R; Muramatsu, H; Okuno, Y; Yoshida, T; Wakamatsu, M; Hamada, M; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Gotoh, Y; Tsuzuki, T; Tanaka, Y; Kojima, S; Uchida, H; Takahashi, Y

FAMILIAL CANCER Vol. 21 ( 3 ) page： 337 - 341 2022.7

Language：English Publisher：Familial Cancer

Hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell cancer (HLRCC) is caused by heterozygous germline variants in the fumarate hydratase (FH) gene and is associated with increased susceptibility to cutaneous leiomyomas, uterine leiomyomas, and renal cell carcinoma (RCC). HLRCC-associated RCC usually occurs in the middle age, with the median age being 40–44 years. This report describes a seven-year-old (84-month-old) male who developed a large right kidney tumor with multiple cystic lesions that contained enhanced solid components. There was no evidence of distant metastasis. The male patient underwent right nephrectomy and has been recovering well without metastasis or recurrence. Pathological examination revealed that tumor cells with relatively prominent nucleoli and surrounded by halos, were located in a limited area. Immunohistochemical staining was negative for FH. Whole-exome sequencing identified his germline variant in the FH gene and its loss of heterozygosity in the tumor. At nine years (114 months) of age, the male patient showed no recurrence of the tumor. This was the youngest-onset case of HLRCC-associated RCC to date. This report may affect the starting age for future RCC-surveillance programs for patients with HLRCC.

DOI： 10.1007/s10689-021-00268-8

Laparoscopic definitive surgery for choledochal cyst is performed safely and effectively in infants

Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

JOURNAL OF MINIMAL ACCESS SURGERY Vol. 18 ( 3 ) page： 372 - 377 2022.7

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Minimal Access Surgery

Background: Laparoscopic definitive surgery for choledochal cyst (CC) in infants requires advanced skills because of their small size. If patients with a prenatal diagnosis of CC have any biliary symptoms, they need semi-emergency definitive surgery. This study aimed to estimate whether laparoscopic definitive surgery for CC can be performed safely and effectively in infants, especially when emergency surgery is required. Patients and Methods: From January 2006 to December 2019, 21 patients under 1 year of age underwent laparoscopically or open definitive surgery, and 16 patients aged 3-5 years underwent laparoscopic surgery for CC at our institution. In cases of prenatal diagnosis, elective surgery (EL) was performed at about 6 months of age for patients with no biliary symptoms; the semi-emergency surgery (EM) was performed when patients had any biliary symptoms. Surgical outcomes were retrospectively compared between the Lap <1 y and Op <1 y groups and between the Lap <1 y and Lap 3-5 y groups. In addition, the surgical outcomes of those who underwent EM were also evaluated. Results: Operative time was significantly longer, and blood loss was significantly lower in the Lap <1 y group than in the Op <1 y group. All surgical outcomes were similar between the Lap <1 y and Lap 3-5 y groups and between the EM and EL groups. Conclusion: Laparoscopic definitive surgery for CC in infants under 1 year of age is safe and feasible. Even semi-emergency laparoscopic surgery can be performed safely and effectively in small infants.

DOI： 10.4103/jmas.JMAS_98_21

Patients with gastric volvulus recurrence have high incidence of wandering spleen requiring laparoscopic gastropexy and splenopexy

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Kato, D

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 38 ( 6 ) page： 875 - 881 2022.6

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Though gastric volvulus in neonates and infants resolves by conservative therapy and aging, some cases require surgical intervention. This study aimed to review the cases of gastric volvulus requiring surgical intervention and evaluate their characteristics. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed gastric volvulus cases requiring surgical intervention. Surgical indication was persistent acute gastric volvulus and repeated hospitalization for gastric volvulus. We evaluated the characteristics of those cases requiring surgical intervention and the surgical results of laparoscopic gastropexy. Results: The median age of patients included was 4 years (range: 1–6 years). All eight cases of gastric volvulus requiring sugery had congenital spleen diseases. Six of the eight cases suffered from a wandering spleen, while two cases presented with situs inversus with asplenia. Both splenopexy (preperitoneal distension balloon [PDB] or blunt separaion methods) and gastropexy were performed in cases with wandering spleen. No postoperative complications were reported in any of the eight cases, except the recurrence of gastric volvulus due to suture shedding in one case. Conclusion: Laparoscopic gastropexy for gastric volvulus and splenopexy for cases concomitant with wandering spleen were found to be effective surgical approaches. Both PDB and blunt separation methods for making extraperitoneal pockets for the spleen were employed successfully.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-022-05125-y

METABOLOMICS OF URINARY METABOLITES IN CHILDHOOD RHABDOMYOSARCOMA TO DISCOVER NOVEL BIOMARKERS

Nakano, S; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Narita, A; Abe, M; Ishigaki, T; Sakairi, M; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Okamoto, M; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Nakagawa, Y; Terui, Y; Sunagawa, M; Takahashi, Y; Osawa, T; Hinoki, A

PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER Vol. 69 2022.6

Utility of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in management of pediatric pancreaticobiliary disease

Makita, S; Amano, H; Kawashima, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H

BMC PEDIATRICS Vol. 22 ( 1 ) page： 134 2022.3

Language：English Publisher：BMC Pediatrics

Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the utility of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in pediatric patients with pancreaticobiliary diseases. Methods: A retrospective review was performed on patients who underwent ERCP for the treatment of biliary tract disease and detailed examination of pancreatitis at our institution from January 1999 to December 2020. Results: ERCP was performed for congenital biliary dilatation (CBD) (n = 42), choledocholithiasis (n = 9), common bile duct stenosis (n = 1), and several types of pancreatitis (n = 13). The only severe complication of ERCP was common bile duct injury. Three (5.8%) of 52 biliary diseases failed to be treated by ERCP. All patients with pancreatic disease were correctly diagnosed and treated. Conclusions: Endoscopic biliary drainage with a temporary stent was adequate for symptomatic relief in CBD. Stenting of the pancreatic duct was useful for improving the angulation and drainage of the pancreatic duct. ERCP was useful for understanding the anatomy of the pancreatic duct and revealing potential treatments. Therefore, ERCP and transendoscopic therapy are sufficiently feasible in pediatric patients and should be actively introduced for the investigation and treatment of pancreaticobiliary diseases.

DOI： 10.1186/s12887-022-03207-3

特集プライマリケアにおける単純X線検査-ここまで読影することができる胸部:各論肺葉の異常　囊胞性肺疾患

内田広夫, 城田千代栄, 田井中貴久, 住田亙

小児内科 Vol. 54 ( 3 ) page： 423 - 431 2022.3

Safety and feasibility of primary radical surgery for meconium peritonitis considering patients' general condition and perioperative findings

Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Takada, S; Maeda, T

NAGOYA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE Vol. 84 ( 1 ) page： 148 - 154 2022.2

Language：English Publisher：Nagoya Journal of Medical Science

We reviewed the outcomes of meconium peritonitis and evaluated the safety and feasibility of primary radical surgery for meconium peritonitis. A total of 21 cases of meconium peritonitis between 2006 and 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The patients were classified into two groups based on the type of surgery: group I (primary radical surgery, n = 16) and group II (multistage surgery; drainage only or ileostomy, followed by elective surgery, n = 5). Patient backgrounds and surgical outcomes were compared between the two groups. The term of prenatal diagnosis, preoperative white blood cell count, and preoperative catecholamine use were not significantly different between the two groups. Group I included more mature neonates than group II (gestational age at birth, 35w1d vs 30w1d, p = 0.02; birth weight, 2.5 kg vs 1.1 kg, p < 0.01). Preoperative C-reactive protein was significantly lower in group I (0.37 mg/dL vs 2.8 mg/dL, p < 0.05). Operation time, blood loss, time to enteral feeding, and complication rates were not significantly different between the two groups. The surgical outcomes of primary radical surgery were comparable to those of multistage surgery, although the patients’ backgrounds were different. Our strategy of selecting one-stage or multiple-stage surgery for treatment of meconium peritonitis, depending on the patient’s general condition and degree of intestinal ischemia, was reasonable.

DOI： 10.18999/nagjms.84.1.148

Laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy can be a standard surgical procedure for treatment of biliary atresia Reviewed

Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Kinoshita, F; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H

WORLD JOURNAL OF GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY Vol. 14 ( 1 ) page： 56 - 63 2022.1

多発肝内胆管狭窄を伴う先天性胆道拡張症術後難治性肝内結石の１例

牧田智, 内田広夫, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 天野日出, 岡本眞宗, 尾形誠弥, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一, 加藤大幾, 合田陽祐

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 45 ( 0 ) page： 74 - 75 2022

胆道拡張症術後肝内結石への DBERC 中に小腸穿孔をきたし、腹腔鏡下穿孔部閉鎖＋内視鏡下採石した1例

中川洋一, 内田広夫, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 尾形誠弥, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 加藤大幾, 合田陽祐

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 45 ( 0 ) page： 77 - 78 2022

特集小児外科疾患の家族内発生胆道閉鎖症の家族内発症

安井昭洋, 内田広夫, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 滝本愛太朗, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一

小児外科 Vol. 53 ( 12 ) page： 1288 - 1290 2021.12

Clinical characteristics and outcomes of the right congenital diaphragmatic hernia compared to the left: a 10-year single-center experience

Okamoto, M; Amano, H; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 12 ) page： 1675 - 1681 2021.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: The features of right-sided congenital diaphragmatic hernias (RCDHs) are quite different from those of left-sided CDHs (LCDHs). We have summarized the features of RCDHs experienced in our institution. Methods: This retrospective study analyzed the cases of patients with CDH registered at our institution between 2011 and 2020. Defects on each side were compared based on prenatal diagnosis, medical treatment, type of surgery, and outcomes. Results: A total of 101 patients underwent surgery at our institution during the neonatal period, and 11 had RCDHs. RCDHs and LCDHs were significantly different in terms of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (36% vs. 6%, p = 0.002), patch repair (81% vs. 28%, p < 0.001), recurrence rate (36% vs. 11%, p = 0.022), and length of hospital stay (117 days vs. 51 days, p = 0.012). The severity of the fetal diagnosis did not reflect postnatal severity. All patients with RCDH survived to discharge, and there was no significant difference in survival rate between the right and left sides. Conclusion: Neonates with RCDH required more intensive treatments; however, the survival rate was comparable between RCDH and LCDH. RCDH was significantly different from LCDH and an optimal treatment strategy for RCDHs should be established.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-021-04999-8

An imaging study on tracheomalacia in infants with esophageal atresia: the degree of tracheal compression by the brachiocephalic artery is a good indicator for therapeutic intervention

Sumida, W; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Okamoto, M; Nakagawa, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 12 ) page： 1719 - 1724 2021.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Tracheomalacia (TM) is a frequent complication after esophageal atresia (EA) repair. This study aimed to review patients who underwent aortopexy for TM after EA repair and to compare their imaging features. Methods: The patients who underwent thoracoscopic EA repair and contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) at our hospital between 2013 and 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The ratio of the lateral and anterior–posterior diameter of the trachea (LAR) where the brachiocephalic artery (BCA) crosses the trachea was defined. The LAR of the patients who underwent CECT for asymptomatic pulmonary disease was set as a normal reference. The Z-score of each LAR was calculated and compared between the patients that did or did not undergo aortopexy. Results: A total of 51 patients represented the controls, 5 patients underwent aortopexy, and 12 patients were discharged without surgery. The mean LARs in the patients who underwent aortopexy, did not undergo aortopexy, and controls were 3.54, 1.54, and 1.15, respectively. The mean Z-score of the aortopexy group was 21.2. After successful aortopexy, each patient’s LAR decreased to < 1.5. Conclusion: Aortopexy was preferred if the trachea was compressed by the BCA. The LAR is a useful indicator for predicting the therapeutic effect of aortopexy.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-021-04985-0

Urinary N<SUP>1</SUP>,N<SUP>12</SUP>-diacetylspermine as a biomarker for pediatric cancer: a case-control study

Yokota, K; Hinoki, A; Hiramatsu, K; Amano, H; Kawamura, M; Kuwatsuka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Okamoto, M; Takimoto, A; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y; Uchida, H; Kawakita, M

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 12 ) page： 1659 - 1665 2021.12

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Minimally invasive examinations are particularly important in pediatric patients. Although the significance of urinary N1,N12-diacetylspermine (DiAcSpm) as a tumor marker (TM) has been reported in many types of adult cancers, its usefulness in pediatric cancers has not been reported. This may be due to urinary DiAcSpm level variations with age. This study aims to measure the normal levels of urinary DiAcSpm in healthy individuals and investigate its usefulness as a TM in childhood cancer. Methods: Urinary samples were collected from pediatric patients with and without cancer. The urinary DiAcSpm levels were measured, and the values were compared. Results: A total of 32 patients with cancer and 405 controls were enrolled in the study. Of the 32 patients, 13 had neuroblastoma, 9 had malignant lymphoma (ML), and 10 had leukemia. In the control group, the urinary DiAcSpm values markedly fluctuated among those with young age, especially infants; meanwhile, the values converged among those aged roughly 10 years and above. The sensitivity of DiAcSpm was significantly different among the three types of cancers: neuroblastoma (30.8%), ML (77.8%), and leukemia (40%). Conclusion: The urinary DiAcSpm value is a useful TM for both screening and follow-up of ML.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-021-04987-y

Long-term outcomes of the partial splenectomy for hypersplenism after portoenterostomy of patients with biliary atresia

Tainaka, T; Hinoki, A; Tanaka, Y; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Oshima, K; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Uchida, H

NAGOYA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE Vol. 83 ( 4 ) page： 765 - 771 2021.11

Language：English Publisher：Nagoya Journal of Medical Science

Massive splenomegaly and hypersplenism in patients with biliary atresia after Kasai portoenterostomy were treated with partial splenic embolization or total splenectomy. We performed partial splenectomy to reduce the complications of partial splenic embolization and avoid overwhelming post-splenectomy infection. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term effects of partial splenectomy for hypersplenism on postoperative liver and spleen function in patients with biliary atresia. Among jaundice-free patients with biliary atresia who underwent Kasai portoenterostomy between January 1992 and December 2012, 15 underwent partial splenectomy for massive splenomegaly and hypersplenism at our institution. Changes in the laboratory data 10 years post partial splenectomy were retrospectively investigated, and these along with the latest data were measured. A total of four patients (27%) required living-donor liver transplantation after partial splenectomy, a proportion similar to those who did not undergo partial splenectomy. Compared to the preoperative baseline, the platelet counts were significantly higher at 1 and 3 years after surgery (p < 0.05). Aspartic aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index was significantly lower at 1, 7, and 10 years after partial splenectomy (p < 0.05). No further surgeries were required for hypersplenism after partial splenectomy over 10 years, and there were no cases of overwhelming post-splenectomy infection after partial splenectomy. Partial splenectomy is safe and effective for the treatment of hypersplenism with biliary atresia over a long time period. It could be considered as an alternative to partial splenic embolization as it can suppress hypersplenism for a long time and induces fewer postoperative complications.

DOI： 10.18999/nagjms.83.4.765

Factors associated with bleeding after endoscopic variceal ligation in children

Yokoyama, S; Ishizu, Y; Ishigami, M; Honda, T; Kuzuya, T; Ito, T; Hinoki, A; Sumida, W; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Makita, S; Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Fujishiro, M

PEDIATRICS INTERNATIONAL Vol. 63 ( 10 ) page： 1223 - 1229 2021.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatrics International

Background: Endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) is a widely accepted treatment for esophagogastric varices in patients with portal hypertension (PHT). It is used for urgent treatment and prophylactic treatment of esophagogastric varices in pediatric as well as adult patients. However, major life-threatening adverse events such as early rebleeding can occur. Although early rebleeding after EVL among children and adolescents has been reported, the risk factors remain obscure. This study evaluated the risk factors for early rebleeding after EVL in children and adolescents. Methods: The subjects were children and adolescents (<18 years) with PHT who underwent EVL for esophagogastric varices. Early rebleeding was defined as hematemesis, active bleeding, or blood retention in the stomach, confirmed by esophagogastroduodenoscopy from 2 h to 5 days after EVL. Results: A total of 50 EVL sessions on 22 patients were eligible for this study. There were four episodes of early rebleeding. No other major adverse event has occurred. Multivariate analysis showed that EVL implemented at cardiac varices just below the esophagogastric junction (EGJ), within 5 mm from the EGJ, is the independent factor for a higher risk of early rebleeding: odds ratio 18.2 (95% confidence interval: 1.40–237.0), P = 0.02. Conclusions: Children and adolescents who undergo EVL for cardiac varices just below the EGJ have a higher risk of early rebleeding than those who do not.

DOI： 10.1111/ped.14614

Laparoscopic One-Stage Radical Surgery for Congenital Biliary Dilatation With Biliary Perforation

Ishii Hiroki, Makita Satoshi, Yasui Akihiro, Takimoto Aitaro, Yokota Kazuki, Sumida Wataru, Tainaka Takahisa, Shirota Chiyoe, Uchida Hiroo

Journal of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons Vol. 57 ( 5 ) page： 855 - 859 2021.8

Language：Japanese Publisher：The Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons

<p>A 21-month-old girl with chief complaints of vomiting and fever was admitted to a hospital and diagnosed as having congenital biliary dilatation. Magnetic resonance imaging performed on the sixth day of hospitalization revealed bile duct perforation, and the patient was transferred to our department for further treatment. A perforation approximately 2 cm in diameter was found at the confluence of the common bile duct and cystic duct. We concluded that biliary drainage and repair of the perforation would not improve her pathophysiology. Therefore, laparoscopic one-stage radical surgery was performed. In addition, bile duct plasty was performed to treat the severe intrahepatic bile duct membranous stenosis that were observed in the right and left bile ducts of the hepatic hilum. The patient was discharged without complications on the tenth postoperative day.</p><p>Two-stage surgery is the recommended treatment method for congenital biliary dilatation with biliary perforation. However, in recent years, there have been few reports showing that one-stage open radical surgery is useful. In this case, we successfully performed laparoscopic one-stage radical surgery for congenital biliary dilatation with biliary perforation. If laparoscopic radical surgery for congenital biliary dilatation is established at the institution, and the patient is in good general condition, laparoscopic one-stage radical surgery may be an effective modality for treating this condition.</p>

DOI： 10.11164/jjsps.57.5_855

Development of a novel diagnostic system for bile duct cancer using urinary metabolites.

Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H; Yokota, K; Ishigaki, T; Sakairi, M; Abe, M; Terui, Y; Oda, H; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Okamoto, M; Yasui, A; Nakagawa, Y

CANCER RESEARCH Vol. 81 ( 13 ) 2021.7

Postoperative intestinal obstruction in patients with biliary atresia impedes biliary excretion and results in subsequent liver transplantation (vol 37, pg 229, 2021)

Takimoto, A; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Yasui, A; Kanou, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 6 ) page： 835 - 835 2021.6

特集シミュレーションとナビゲーション精索静脈瘤

田井中貴久, 田中裕次郎, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 内田広夫

小児外科 Vol. 53 ( 5 ) page： 560 - 563 2021.5

Urinary biomarkers for monitoring treatment response in neuroblastoma patients.

Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H; Yokota, K; Ishigaki, T; Sakairi, M; Abe, M; Takahashi, Y; Narita, A; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Yasui, A; Okamoto, M; Nakagawa, Y

JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY Vol. 39 ( 15 ) 2021.5

One-Stage Functional End-To-End Anastomosis Followed by Sutureless Abdominal Wall Closure for Colonic Atresia With Gastroschisis

Chiba Kosuke, Tanaka Yujiro, Shirota Chiyoe, Tainaka Takahisa, Sumida Wataru, Yokota Kazuki, Oshima Kazuo, Makita Satoshi, Uchida Hiroo

Journal of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons Vol. 57 ( 1 ) page： 22 - 26 2021.2

Language：Japanese Publisher：The Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons

<p>The patient was a newborn female with colonic atresia and gastroschisis. A silo was placed immediately after birth and surgery was scheduled the following day. Adhesive detachment was performed by washing the intestinal tract with saline. The oral and anal segments of the colonic atresia were identified, and functional end-to-end anastomosis was performed. Severe edema precluded the immediate return of the intestines to the abdominal cavity and required ongoing treatment with a silo. The intestines gradually returned to the abdominal cavity during the following week. The abdominal wall was closed on postnatal day 9 by a sutureless method. The patient’s postoperative course was good, and full feeding was initiated on postnatal day 19. The patient was discharged from the hospital on postnatal day 32 and recovered without complications. In cases of gastroschisis with colonic atresia, a two-stage surgical procedure is commonly employed. However, functional end-to-end anastomosis using a linear stapler is also an effective method because anastomoses can be performed without regard to differences in intestinal caliber.</p>

DOI： 10.11164/jjsps.57.1_22

Postoperative intestinal obstruction in patients with biliary atresia impedes biliary excretion and results in subsequent liver transplantation

Takimoto, A; Sumida, W; Amano, H; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Yasui, A; Kanou, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 2 ) page： 229 - 234 2021.2

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the negative effects of intestinal obstruction for jaundice-free native liver survival after Kasai portoenterostomy (PE) for biliary atresia (BA). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the records of patients who underwent PE for BA between 2006 and 2019. We evaluated the postoperative morbidity of intestinal obstruction for up to 2 years after PE and the effects of intestinal obstruction on jaundice-free native liver survival. On the basis of their initial operation, patients were divided into open portoenterostomy (Open-PE) and laparoscopic portoenterostomy (Lap-PE) groups, and morbidity was compared. Results: Of the 87 patients reviewed, 6 (6.9%) patients developed postoperative intestinal obstruction and underwent surgery to relieve the obstruction. The morbidity of early postoperative intestinal obstruction was 1.68 per 10,000 person days. The jaundice-free native liver survival rate among patients who once achieved jaundice-free status after PE was significantly lower in the patients with intestinal obstruction compared to in those without intestinal obstruction (0% vs. 73.8%; RR = 3.81, p = 0.007). No significant differences were seen in postoperative intestinal obstructions between the Open-PE and Lap-PE groups (p = 0.242). Conclusions: Intestinal obstruction negatively impact jaundice-free native liver survival, even in patients who once achieved jaundice-free status after PE for BA.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-020-04807-9

Thoracoscopic surgery for congenital lung cysts: an attempt to limit pulmonary resection in cases of lesions involving multiple lobes Reviewed

Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Amano, H; Hinoki, A; Ono, Y; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 2 ) page： 213 - 221 2021.2

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Although we generally perform thoracoscopic lobectomy for congenital lung cysts (CLCs), we recently began performing thoracoscopic-limited pulmonary resection (segmentectomy or small partial lung resection) on relatively small lesions and on lesions involving multiple lobes. Our study aimed to determine the therapeutic outcomes of thoracoscopic CLC surgery. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed patients aged ≤ 18 years who underwent their first CLC surgery at our facility between 2013 and 2020. Results: A comparison between patients < 4 months old and those ≥ 4 months old showed no significant difference in operating time or incidence of complications. Blood loss volume (mL/kg) was significantly greater in patients < 4 months old and in patients who had undergone semi-urgent or urgent surgery. Operating time and postoperative complications were not increased in semi-urgent or urgent surgeries. There was no significant difference in operating time, blood loss volume, or postoperative complications between patients with a preoperative history of pneumonia and patients with no such history. Conclusion: In most patients, thoracoscopic surgery for CLC was safely performed. Limited pulmonary resection is considered difficult to perform thoracoscopically in children, but can be safely performed using new devices and navigation methods. Level of evidence: III.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-020-04793-y

Risk factors and outcomes of bile leak after laparoscopic surgery for congenital biliary dilatation

Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Oshima, K; Makita, S; Amano, H; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 37 ( 2 ) page： 235 - 240 2021.2

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: One of the main causes of stricture at hepaticojejunostomy site after surgery for congenital biliary dilatation is inflammation or infection associated with bile leak. The aim of this study was to determine the risk factors and outcomes of bile leak after laparoscopic surgery. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the demographics and outcomes of patients who underwent laparoscopic surgery for congenital biliary dilatation between September 2013 and December 2019. Data from patients with bile leak were compared to data from patients without bile leak. Results: Fourteen of 78 patients had bile leak. Hepatic duct diameter at anastomosis was the only risk factor of bile leak. Patients with the diameter ≤ 10 mm had higher incidence of bile leak than in patients with the diameter > 10 mm (P = 0.0023). Among them, bile leak occurred more frequently in patients operated on by non-qualified surgeons based on the Japan Society for Endoscopic Surgery endoscopic surgical skill qualification system than by qualified surgeons (P = 0.027). However, none of the patients with bile leak developed anastomotic stricture afterwards. Conclusion: Although good technical skill is necessary to avoid bile leak in narrow hepatic duct cases (≤ 10 mm), slight bile leak may not result in anastomotic stricture.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-020-04791-0

先天性胆道拡張症において術前MRI 画像による胆管狭窄部位の予測と術中胆管形成の検討

中川洋一, 内田広夫, 檜顕成, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 高田舜也, 前田拓也

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 44 ( 0 ) page： 72 - 73 2021

先天性胆道拡張症の晩期合併症についての検討

城田千代栄, 天野日出, 檜顕成, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 岡本眞宗, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 高田瞬也, 中川洋一, 前田拓也, 内田広夫

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 44 ( 0 ) page： 50 - 51 2021

特集小児がん手術の問題点-わたしはここを重視している当院での腹腔鏡下腫瘍生検の実際

住田亙, 田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 天野日出, 石井宏樹, 檜顕成, 内田広夫

小児外科 Vol. 52 ( 12 ) page： 1331 - 1335 2020.12

A novel Lugol's iodine staining technique to visualize the upper margin of the surgical anal canal intraoperatively for Hirschsprung disease: a case series

Yokota, K; Amano, H; Kudo, T; Yamamura, T; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Nakamura, M; Fujishiro, M; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

BMC SURGERY Vol. 20 ( 1 ) page： 317 2020.12

Language：English Publisher：BMC Surgery

Background: In cases of Hirschsprung disease, complete and reproducible resection of the aganglionic bowel is ideal to achieve good postoperative bowel function. Reliable identification of the upper margin of the surgical anal canal, which is the squamous-columnar junction, is necessary during transanal pull-through. Here, we describe a novel staining technique using Lugol’s iodine stain to visualize the upper margin of the surgical anal canal. Methods: Lugol’s iodine staining was performed in five patients with Hirschsprung disease treated using a single-stage laparoscopic transanal pull-through modified Swenson procedure. In two of these patients, endocytoscopic observation with ultra-high magnification was performed using methylene blue and crystal violet to mark the border of the squamous epithelium at 1 week before surgery. The alignment between the incisional line, which was revealed using Lugol’s iodine staining and endocytoscopic marking, was evaluated. Complications, including postoperative bowel dysfunction, were evaluated. Results: In all cases, Lugol’s iodine staining produced a well-demarcated line. The endocytoscopic marking of the upper margin of the surgical anal canal was aligned with the line revealed by Lugol’s iodine staining. There were no complications associated with the transanal pull-through procedure, including postoperative bowel dysfunction. Conclusions: Lugol’s iodine staining could be a safe and practical method to visualize the upper margin of the surgical anal canal intraoperatively. This finding may be useful for surgeons to make a consistent removal of the aganglionic bowel during surgery for Hirschsprung disease.

DOI： 10.1186/s12893-020-00986-3

Safe diagnostic management of malignant mediastinal tumors in the presence of respiratory distress: a 10-year experience

Tanaka, T; Amano, H; Tanaka, Y; Takahashi, Y; Tajiri, T; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Tani, Y; Hinoki, A; Uchida, H

BMC PEDIATRICS Vol. 20 ( 1 ) page： 292 2020.6

Language：English Publisher：BMC Pediatrics

Background: The fundamental treatment for patients with pediatric malignant mediastinal tumors is chemotherapy. Therefore, accurate diagnosis is essential for selecting the appropriate chemotherapeutic regimen. However, malignant mediastinal tumors occasionally cause respiratory distress, and biopsies under general anesthesia are dangerous for such patients as invasive mechanical ventilation can aggravate airway obstruction caused by mass effect. In this study, we reviewed our 10-year diagnostic experience to evaluate the efficacy of our practices and confirm a safe diagnostic protocol for future patients. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed medical records of children with malignant mediastinal tumors diagnosed at Nagoya University Hospital from 2007 to 2018 who demonstrated respiratory distress. Respiratory distress included dyspnea, massive pleural effusion, wheezing, and hypoxemia owing to tumors. Data on sex, age at onset, primary symptoms, location of tumor, management strategy (especially the method of diagnosis and definitive diagnosis), clinical course, prognosis during the acute phase (within 3 months from the onset of respiratory symptoms), and long-term outcome were collected. Results: Twelve pediatric patients met the review criteria. There were seven anterior mediastinal tumors and five posterior mediastinal tumors. All anterior mediastinal tumors were diagnosed via bone marrow smear, thoracentesis, or core needle biopsy while maintaining spontaneous breathing. Regarding posterior tumors, two patients were diagnosed via a core needle biopsy and lymph node excisional biopsy under spontaneous breathing. Two cases were initially diagnosed solely using tumor markers. One patient with severe tracheal compression underwent tumor resection with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation stand-by. No patient died of diagnostic procedure-related complications. Conclusions: In 11 of the 12 cases reviewed, safe and accurate tumor diagnosis was accomplished without general anesthesia. A diagnostic strategy without general anesthesia considering the tumor location proved to be useful.

DOI： 10.1186/s12887-020-02183-w

特集 Hirschsprung病手術の現在腹腔鏡補助下Swenson法

横田一樹, 内田広夫, 田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 牧田智, 大島一夫, 滝本愛太朗, 狩野陽子

小児外科 Vol. 52 ( 4 ) page： 369 - 373 2020.4

術中膵管損傷に対して内視鏡的に膵管ステントを挿入した1例

城田千代栄, 田井中貴久, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 天野日出, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 石井宏樹, 檜顕成, 内田広夫

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 43 ( 0 ) page： 84 - 85 2020

小児腹腔鏡手術における肝内胆管形成術

田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 横田一樹, 牧田智, 滝本愛太朗, 安井昭洋, 石井宏樹, 檜顕成, 内田広夫

日本膵・胆管合流異常研究会プロシーディングス Vol. 43 ( 0 ) page： 36 - 36 2020

Identification and Validation of Novel Non-invasive Biomarkers in Patient Urine Samples for Diagnosis of New and Recurrent Neuroblastoma

Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Hinoki, A; Sakairi, M; Abe, M; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Oshima, K; Makita, S; Takimoto, A; Kano, Y; Inada, K

PEDIATRIC BLOOD & CANCER Vol. 66 page： S106 - S106 2019.12

特集ピーンチ!私はこうして切り抜けた胆道閉鎖症　腹腔鏡手術中に門脈から出血

内田広夫, 田中裕次郎, 田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 牧田智, 横田一樹, 滝本愛太郎, 大島一夫, 狩野陽子, 稲田亘佑

小児外科 Vol. 51 ( 10 ) page： 1020 - 1023 2019.10

Efficacy of and prognosis after steroid pulse therapy in patients with poor reduction of jaundice after laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy

Tanaka, Y; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Oshima, K; Makita, S; Tanaka, T; Tani, Y; Chiba, K; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 35 ( 10 ) page： 1059 - 1063 2019.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: High-dose postoperative steroid therapy after Kasai portoenterostomy is reported to improve jaundice clearance and a strong anti-inflammatory activity might prevent fibrous tissue formation which is often observed at the porta hepatis in revision surgery. We started steroid pulse therapy for the patients with cessation of decrease in jaundice and aimed to evaluate the efficacy in this study. Methods: The demographics and outcomes of patients who underwent laparoscopic Kasai portoenterostomy and received steroid pulse therapy within 2 months postoperatively between September 2014 and December 2018 were retrospectively reviewed; the therapy was determined successful when the serum total bilirubin level decreased to or below two-thirds of the pre-therapy level after 2 weeks. Patient data in the successful group were compared with those in the unsuccessful group. Results: Steroid pulse therapy was successful in seven of 16 patients (43.8%). The percentage of patients whose serum total bilirubin level decreased to normal was significantly higher in the successful group at 3 months (85.7% vs. 11.1%, P = 0.0028) and after all (100% vs. 33.3%, P = 0.011). Conclusions: Steroid pulse therapy was effective for some patients. Unsuccessful cases may have little chances of jaundice clearance; revision Kasai portoenterostomy would be a good option.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-019-04537-7

NON-INVASIVE SCREENING FOR DETECTING ESOPHAGOGASTRIC VARICES IN CHILDREN WITH BILIARY ATRESIA

Yokoyama, S; Ishigami, M; Honda, T; Kuzuya, T; Ishizu, Y; Ito, T; Shirota, C; Uchida, H; Fujishiro, M

HEPATOLOGY Vol. 70 page： 200A - 200A 2019.10

Spleen stiffness by 2-D shear wave elastography is the most accurate predictor of high-risk esophagogastric varices in children with biliary atresia

Yokoyama, S; Ishigami, M; Honda, T; Kuzuya, T; Ishizu, Y; Ito, T; Hirooka, Y; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Chiba, K; Uchida, H; Fujishiro, M

HEPATOLOGY RESEARCH Vol. 49 ( 10 ) page： 1162 - 1168 2019.10

Language：English Publisher：Hepatology Research

Aim: Esophagogastric variceal hemorrhage is a cause of poor prognosis in patients with biliary atresia (BA). To prevent variceal hemorrhage, simple and reliable screening methods for high-risk esophagogastric varices (HR-EGV) are needed. We evaluated the efficacy of liver stiffness (LS) and spleen stiffness (SS) as measured by 2-D shear wave elastography (2D-SWE), which was reported to be more accurate than transient elastography, for detecting HR-EGV in children with BA. Methods: Thirty-four children with BA were enrolled. Both LS and SS were measured by 2D-SWE. The presence of large esophageal varices or esophageal varices of any size with red wale marking and/or the presence of gastric varices along the cardia were defined as HR-EGV. Clinical data were collected and previously reported prediction indices for varices were calculated. Results: Liver stiffness and SS were obtained from all patients. Fourteen patients showed HR-EGV. Significantly different variables between patients with and without HR-EGV were as follows: spleen diameter (116 mm vs. 95 mm), clinical prediction rule (104.7 vs. 124.7), King's variceal prediction score (78.8 vs. 99.4), aspartic aminotransferase-to-platelet ratio index (2.03 vs. 0.98), LS (2.63 m/s vs. 1.87 m/s), and SS (4.44 m/s vs. 3.69 m/s). The highest area under the receiver operating characteristic curve for detecting HR-EGV was that for SS (0.900), and the cut-off SS of 4.12 m/s yielded 92.9% sensitivity and 90% specificity. The intraclass correlation coefficient for intra-observer reproducibility was 0.828. Conclusions: Spleen stiffness from 2D-SWE offered the most accurate predictor of HR-EGV in BA children.

DOI： 10.1111/hepr.13381

Nuss procedure for patients with pectus excavatum with a history of intrathoracic surgery

Takanari, K; Toriyama, K; Kambe, M; Nakamura, Y; Uchibori, T; Ebisawa, K; Shirota, C; Tainaka, T; Uchida, H; Kamei, Y

JOURNAL OF PLASTIC RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY Vol. 72 ( 6 ) page： 1025 - 1029 2019.6

Language：English Publisher：Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Background: The aim of this study was to demonstrate the feasibility and safety of the Nuss procedure for patients with pectus excavatum (PE) with a history of intrathoracic surgery. Patients: From April 2010 to December 2013, we performed 6 cases of PE repair in patients with a history of intrathoracic surgery. The causes of previous operations were congenital cystic adenomatoid malformation in 4 patients and congenital diaphragmatic hernia in 2. The patients’ median age was 5 years (range, 4–9 years) and median preoperative pectus severity index was 4.63 (range, 3.42–10.03). Their intraoperative and postoperative courses were reviewed retrospectively. Results: The mean overall operation time was 127.5 ± 17.0 minutes, and the mean operation time for endoscopic pneumolysis was 28.8 ± 12.3 minutes. Intraoperative exploration for pleural adhesion revealed that the endoscopic approach in the previous operation was associated with low pleural adhesion, and the open thoracotomy or laparotomy approach was associated with low to high pleural adhesion. One patient developed a pneumothorax on the first postoperative day. All the other patients had uneventful postoperative courses. All the patients received bar removal 2–3 years after bar insertion. One patient developed atelectasis after bar removal. All the other patients had an uneventful postoperative course. The mean postoperative follow-up time after bar removal was 20.1 ± 14.7 months. Conclusions: History of intrathoracic surgery seems not a contraindication for the Nuss procedure. However, perioperative complications should be carefully monitored in both the bar insertion and removal operations.

DOI： 10.1016/j.bjps.2018.12.027

A Novel Laparoscopic Surgery Model with a Device to Expand the Abdominal Working Space in Rats: The Influence of Pneumoperitoneum and Skin Incision Length on Postoperative Inflammatory Cytokines.

Murase N, Tainaka T, Uchida H, Hinoki A, Shirota C, Yokota K, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Tanaka Y

Journal of investigative surgery : the official journal of the Academy of Surgical Research Vol. 32 ( 1 ) page： 55 - 60 2019.1

Air test as a simple method of screening for Hirschsprung's disease

Sumida, W; Uchida, H; Ono, Y; Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Yokota, K; Oshima, K; Chiba, K

CLINICAL RADIOLOGY Vol. 73 ( 12 ) page： 1041 - 1045 2018.12

Language：English Publisher：Clinical Radiology

Aim: To present the technique and the diagnostic accuracy of the air test to diagnose Hirschsprung's disease (HD). Materials and methods: Children who attended hospital for chronic constipation (CC) between January 2012 and December 2016 for whom the air test was performed were enrolled. The test was conducted during contrast enema under fluoroscopic observation using 20–50 ml injections of air into the rectum through a 10 F Nelaton catheter. The demographics, results of the air test, and additional examinations, as well as the outcomes of subsequent treatments were analysed retrospectively. Results: The air test was conducted in 179 patients (median: 3 years, range: 0–14 years), and was positive in 150 and negative in 29 cases. Of the 29 patients with negative results, four were diagnosed with HD by rectal suction biopsy (RSB). Of the remaining 25 patients, RSB was conducted in seven and HD was excluded in all cases. In all 150 patients with positive air test results, CC was adequately controlled with conservative treatment. The sensitivity and specificity of the air test were 100% (4/4) and 85.7% (150/175), respectively. Conclusions: The air test can be used as a new non-invasive screening method for HD, performed simultaneously with contrast enema.

DOI： 10.1016/j.crad.2018.08.008

Investigation of the feasibility and safety of single-stage anorectoplasty in neonates with anovestibular fistula Reviewed

Shirota, C; Suzuki, K; Uchida, H; Kawashima, H; Hinoki, A; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Murase, N; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Makita, S; Tanaka, Y

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 34 ( 10 ) page： 1117 - 1120 2018.10

Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Anovestibular fistula (AVF) is the most common type of anorectal malformation in females. Delayed anorectoplasty with fistula dilatation is commonly performed during infancy; however, we have been actively performing anorectoplasty in neonates. We report the surgical complications and postoperative defecation function associated with single-stage anorectoplasty performed in neonates. Methods: Patients who underwent surgery for AVF between 2007 and 2017 at two institutions were retrospectively studied. The operation time, amount of bleeding, time to start oral intake, perioperative complications, and Kelly’s score were compared among patients who underwent surgery as neonates and those who underwent surgery as infants. Results: Eighteen neonates and 17 infants underwent anterior sagittal anorectoplasty. The median operation time and time to start oral intake were significantly shorter in the neonatal group (72 min; 3 days, respectively) than in the infant group (110 min, p = 0.0002; 5 days, p = 0.0024, respectively). Postoperative wound disruption was significantly more frequent in the infant group. Of the ten patients each in the neonatal and infant groups, there was no significant difference in Kelly’s score at age ≥ 4 years. Conclusion: Single-stage anorectoplasty in neonates with AVF can be feasibly performed and does not impair postoperative defecation function. Levels of evidence: III.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-018-4324-3

Introduction of resection of intrahepatic bile duct stenosis-causing membrane or septum into laparoscopic choledochal cyst excision

Tanaka, Y; Tainaka, T; Sumida, W; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Murase, N; Oshima, K; Shirotsuki, R; Chiba, K; Uchida, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 34 ( 10 ) page： 1087 - 1092 2018.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: We previously showed that meticulous probing and resection of the intrahepatic bile duct stenosis (IHBDS)-causing membrane or septum was effective in preventing hepatolithiasis after choledochal cyst excisions in open surgeries. Then, we introduced this maneuver into laparoscopic choledochal cyst excisions in 2014 and performed routine resections since then. The aim of this study was to show the feasibility of this method in laparoscopic surgery. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the demographics and outcomes of patients who underwent laparoscopic choledochal cyst excisions at our hospital between January 2014 and December 2017. The patients who underwent surgical treatment for IHBDS-causing membrane or septum were compared with those who did not undergo the procedure. The outcomes of the patients with IHBDS were also compared between patients who were ≥ 3 years of age and those < 3 years at operation. Results: Seventeen of 35 patients underwent laparoscopic resection of IHBDS-causing membrane or septum. There were no complications related to the procedure although the operative time and intraoperative bleeding amount increased in the patients with IHBDS who were ≥ 3 years of age. Conclusions: Meticulous probing and excision of the IHBDS-causing membrane or septum is safe and feasible during laparoscopic choledochal cyst excision.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-018-4320-7

Long-term outcomes and complications after laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty vs. posterior sagittal anorectoplasty for high- and intermediate-type anorectal malformation

Tainaka, T; Uchida, H; Tanaka, Y; Hinoki, A; Shirota, C; Sumida, W; Yokota, K; Makita, S; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Ishimaru, T; Kawashima, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 34 ( 10 ) page： 1111 - 1115 2018.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Laparoscopic-assisted anorectoplasty (LAARP) is a minimally invasive procedure in which the levator ani muscle is left to potentially improve postoperative fecal continence. This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate postoperative complications and long-term outcomes of fecal continence after LAARP and compare them to those after posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP). Methods: Forty-five male patients with high and intermediate anorectal malformation (aged ≥ 4 years) who underwent LAARP or PSARP (LAARP 29, PSARP 16) from 1999 to 2013 were included. Postoperative complications and postoperative fecal continence were retrospectively evaluated and compared. Postoperative complications were also compared before and after introducing a urethroscope during fistula resection. Results: Complications after LAARP and PSARP were seen in 12 vs. 2 cases (p = 0.09) of mucosal prolapse and in 9 vs. 1 case (p = 0.07) of posterior urethral diverticulum (PUD), respectively. The incidence of PUD decreased after introduction of a urethroscopy from 40% in 8/20 cases to 11% in 1/9 cases. No significant difference was found in terms of fecal continence in both groups. Conclusion: Through our study, greater improvement of postoperative fecal continence after LAARP has not been shown. LAARP was at higher risk for mucosal prolapse and PUD. However, precise dissection of the urethral fistula could be performed after the introduction of urethroscopy.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-018-4323-4

Single-stage laparoscopic transanal pull-through modified Swenson procedure without leaving a muscular cuff for short- and long-type Hirschsprung disease: a comparative study

Yokota, K; Uchida, H; Tainaka, T; Tanaka, Y; Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Kato, T; Sumida, W; Oshima, K; Chiba, K; Ishimaru, T; Kawashima, H

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 34 ( 10 ) page： 1105 - 1110 2018.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: The Soave procedure (SO) is performed most commonly for Hirschsprung disease. SO reduces the risk of injury to the pelvic structures; however, a residual aganglionic muscle cuff could interfere with bowel movement and lead to obstructive enterocolitis. The Swenson procedure is considered ideal in terms of peristalsis. Currently, laparoscopic surgery provides better visualization and facilitates precise dissection, possibly leading to feasible performance of the laparoscopic modified Swenson procedure (SW). We present our operative technique and the efficacy of the SW compared with that of SO. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the records of 16 and 27 patients who underwent SW and SO, respectively, between 2012 and 2017. Results: Operative time, blood loss, length of stay, and frequency of bowel movements showed no significant difference between the two groups. In the SW group, temporary dysuria occurred in one patient, postoperative enterocolitis in two, wound infection in one, and severe perianal excoriation in four, whereas in the SO group, obstructive symptoms occurred in three patients, small-bowel obstruction in one, and severe perianal excoriation in three. The complications and outcomes were comparable between both groups. Conclusion: Laparoscopic SW was safe and feasible for the short-term follow-up outcomes.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-018-4318-1

Oral administration of eicosapentaenoic acid suppresses liver fibrosis in postoperative patients with biliary atresia

Sumida, W; Uchida, H; Tainaka, T; Shirota, C; Hinoki, A; Kato, T; Yokota, K; Oshima, K; Shirotuki, R; Chiba, K; Tanaka, Y

PEDIATRIC SURGERY INTERNATIONAL Vol. 34 ( 10 ) page： 1059 - 1063 2018.10

Language：English Publisher：Pediatric Surgery International

Purpose: Biliary atresia (BA) is characterized by progressive inflammation of the biliary system. This inflammation persists and causes liver fibrosis, although jaundice disappears after Kasai portoenterostomy (KP). We aimed to confirm whether the oral administration of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) suppresses liver fibrosis in postoperative patients with BA. Methods: We reviewed patients who underwent laparoscopic KP (lapKP) between January 2014 and September 2017. From December 2016, 30 mg/kg/day of EPA was orally administered to patients who opted to take medicine (EPA group). Patients who did not receive EPA were assigned to the non-EPA group. Mac-2 binding protein sugar chain modified isomer (M2BPGi) and hyaluronic acid (HA) levels were compared between the two groups in patients showing disappearance of jaundice at 6 months after the first lapKP. Results: Seventeen patients in the non-EPA group and 11 in the EPA group were enrolled. At 6 months after the first lapKP, 10 patients in the non-EPA group and six in the EPA group were without jaundice. M2BPGi and HA levels were significantly lower in the EPA group. Conclusions: Liver fibrosis was suppressed in patients without jaundice 6 months after lapKP, who were administered EPA. We believe that periductular inflammation was alleviated by EPA supplementation.

DOI： 10.1007/s00383-018-4313-6

特集小児外科における消化器内視鏡外科手術胆道閉鎖症に対する腹腔鏡下肝門部空腸吻合術

内田広夫, 田中裕次郎, 田井中貴久, 城田千代栄, 住田亙, 村瀬成彦

手術 Vol. 72 ( 6 ) page： 861 - 870 2018.5

Idiopathic Omental Torsion Relieved With Conservative Management

Yokota Kazuki, Uchida Hiroo, Tanaka Yujiro, Tainaka Takahisa, Shirota Chiyoe, Hinoki Akinari, Sumida Wataru, Kato Takazumi, Oshima Kazuo, Chiba Kosuke

Journal of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons Vol. 54 ( 2 ) page： 302 - 306 2018

Language：Japanese Publisher：The Japanese Society of Pediatric Surgeons

<p>The patient was a 5-year-old boy who had no medical history. He was referred to us with suspected acute appendicitis and complaints of fever and lower abdominal pain. Although his abdominal pain was intense, rebound tenderness and muscular protection were negative. There were no symptoms of problems in the digestive tract such as vomiting or diarrhea. His blood examination revealed an increase in inflammatory reactions, as indicated by the increased white blood cell count and C-reactive protein levels. Computed tomography (CT) revealed wall thickening of the ascending colon; therefore, we started antibiotic administration after acute enterocolitis was diagnosed. After admission, we performed CT again and found a fatty and dense mass with a swirling structure inside the mass; therefore, we diagnosed the patient as having idiopathic omental torsion. Because the symptoms were relieved, conservative management was continued and the patient was discharged on the fourth day after hospitalization. Omental torsion is a rare condition, particularly seen in children; its classical treatment option is surgery. Although conservative management was successful in this case, there are few reports on it. There are many cases where surgery is performed after an initial diagnosis of acute appendicitis is made owing to the presence of similar symptoms. However, in recent years, because of advances in imaging diagnostic techniques such as CT, more patients are being accurately diagnosed. We believe that if patients are accurately diagnosed, surgery will always be required; however, conservative management is sometimes possible.</p>

DOI： 10.11164/jjsps.54.2_302

The efficacy of resection of intrahepatic bile duct stenosis-causing membrane or septum for preventing hepatolithiasis after choledochal cyst excision.

Tanaka Y, Tainaka T, Sumida W, Shirota C, Hinoki A, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Uchida H

Journal of pediatric surgery Vol. 52 ( 12 ) page： 1930 - 1933 2017.12

Comparison of outcomes of thoracoscopic primary repair of gross type C esophageal atresia performed by qualified and non-qualified surgeons.

Tanaka Y, Tainaka T, Sumida W, Shirota C, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Uchida H

Pediatric surgery international Vol. 33 ( 10 ) page： 1081 - 1086 2017.10

Review of redo-Kasai portoenterostomy for biliary atresia in the transition to the liver transplantation era.

Sumida W, Uchida H, Tanaka Y, Tainaka T, Shirota C, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K

Nagoya journal of medical science Vol. 79 ( 3 ) page： 415 - 420 2017.8

Two-Stage Thoracoscopic Repair of Long-Gap Esophageal Atresia Using Internal Traction Is Safe and Feasible.

Tainaka T, Uchida H, Tanano A, Shirota C, Hinoki A, Murase N, Yokota K, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Amano H, Kawashima H, Tanaka Y

Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A Vol. 27 ( 1 ) page： 71 - 75 2017.1

Left thoracoscopic two-stage repair of tracheoesophageal fistula with a right aortic arch and a vascular ring.

Oshima K, Uchida H, Tainaka T, Tanano A, Shirota C, Yokota K, Murase N, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Hinoki A

Journal of minimal access surgery Vol. 13 ( 1 ) page： 73 - 75 2017.1

Comparing surgical outcomes of complete thoracoscopic lobectomy for congenital cystic lung disease between neonatal and infantile patients.

Tainaka T, Uchida H, Tanaka Y, Shirota C, Yokota K, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K, Hinoki A

Nagoya journal of medical science Vol. 78 ( 4 ) page： 447-454 2016.12

Steroid pulse therapy prevents restenosis following balloon dilatation for esophageal stricture.

Yokota K, Uchida H, Tanano A, Shirota C, Tainaka T, Hinoki A, Murase N, Oshima K, Shirotsuki R, Chiba K

Pediatric surgery international Vol. 32 ( 9 ) page： 875-9 2016.9

A new modification of laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure procedure for repairing pediatric femoral hernias involving a special needle and a wire loop.

Tainaka T, Uchida H, Ono Y, Tanano A, Shirota C, Yokota K, Murase N, Makita S, Shirotsuki R

Nagoya journal of medical science Vol. 77 ( 3 ) page： 531-5 2015.8

A New Era of Laparoscopic Revision of Kasai Portoenterostomy for the Treatment of Biliary Atresia.

Murase N, Uchida H, Ono Y, Tainaka T, Yokota K, Tanano A, Shirota C, Shirotsuki R

BioMed research international Vol. 2015 page： 173014 2015

Hepatolithiasis after hepatic portoenterostomy for biliary atresia.

Tainaka T, Kaneko K, Seo T, Ono Y, Ogura Y, Wada H, Shirota C, Ando H

Journal of pediatric surgery Vol. 41 ( 4 ) page： 808-11 2006.4

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