Chapter 28 – Liver Transplantation
Abstract This chapter continues the scenario from the chapter on Hepatic Portoenterostomy or Kasai Procedure. The pathophysiology of end stage liver disease is reviewed with its specific effects on the…
Chapter 27 – Hepatic Portoenterostomy; Kasai Procedure
Abstract This chapter provides an overview of the surgical treatment for biliary atresia, the Hepatic Portoenterostomy or Kasai Procedure. The pathophysiology of biliary atresia is reviewed as it related to…
Chapter 25 – Abdominal Masses
Abstract This chapter, reviews the basics for children undergoing abdominal mass resections. Combined with the chapter on neuroblastoma, the authors discuss the incidence, diagnosis and perioperative considerations for patients undergoing…
Chapter 24 – Abdominal Masses
Abstract This chapter, reviews the basics for children undergoing abdominal mass resections. Combined with the chapter on nephroblastoma, the authors discuss the incidence, diagnosis and perioperative considerations for patients undergoing…
Chapter 20 – Esophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula
Abstract In this chapter, the critical pediatric topics of esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula are reviewed. The diagnosis and pathophysiology and variants of tracheoesophageal fistula are discussed. The author covers…
Chapter 19 – Anterior Mediastinal Masses
Abstract This chapter discusses the signs, symptoms, diagnostic work up and anesthetic consideration related to children with anterior mediastinal masses. Chapter 19 Anterior Mediastinal Masses Adam C. Adler and Sheryl…
Chapter 23 – Thoracic Surgery in Children
Abstract This chapter, reviews thoracic surgery for a host of pathologies in children. The author discusses commonly encountered pediatric congenital lung tumors (i.e.. Congenital lobar emphysema and Congenital Cystic Adenomatous…
Chapter 22 – Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Abstract In this chapter, the critical topic of congenital diaphragmatic hernia is reviewed. The diagnosis and pathophysiology are discussed in relation to organ systems effected and prognostic factors. The author…
Chapter 18 – Infant Hernia Repair and Prevention of Postoperative Apnea
Abstract In this chapter, the authors discuss the issues related to post-operative neonatal apnea with an example of an infant hernia repair. Neonatal apnea, its etiology and associated risk factors…
Chapter 21 – Pyloric Stenosis
Abstract This chapter provides a review of anesthetic considerations for children with pyloric stenosis. The disease presentation, genetics and risk factors for pyloric stenosis are presented. The chapter provides detailed…
