1.Pediatric WAGR patient with aniridia-associated glaucoma: A case report.
Patricia Abigail Lim-Tanjutco ; Maria Imelda R. Yap-Veloso
Acta Medica Philippina 2026;60(9):126-132
WAGR syndrome is a rare congenital disorder, occurring in approximately 1 in 500,000 to 1,000,000 individuals, often presenting with ocular malformations such as aniridia. Glaucoma frequently develops when the iris and angle structures are affected, posing a significant risk of vision loss. We report a one-year and seven-month-old patient who presented with corneal opacity of the left eye. Examination revealed corneal opacity, aniridia, and markedly elevated intraocular pressure of 65 mmHg, while the fellow eye, also with aniridia, was normotensive. The patient underwent immediate combined trabeculectomy-trabeculotomy. Postoperative follow-up and timely management of complications allowed acceptable pressure control over one year, though visual prognosis remained guarded. This case highlights the challenges of managing glaucoma in WAGR syndrome, particularly in resource-limited settings. Medical therapy alone is often insufficient, making surgical intervention essential. Combined trabeculectomytrabeculotomy proved effective in maintaining pressure control when glaucoma drainage devices were not feasible. Multiple interventions and close monitoring are frequently required due to the risk of scarring and postoperative complications. Our experience emphasizes the need for a multidisciplinary ophthalmology approach to optimize outcomes. Despite pressure control, visual outcomes often remain poor due to structural anomalies and the challenges inherent to pediatric patients with this rare syndrome.
Human ; World Health Organization ; Wagr Syndrome ; Trabeculectomy ; Resource-limited Settings ; Postoperative Complications ; Patients ; Intraocular Pressure
2.Expert consensus on the protection of pelvic organ function in rectal cancer surgery (version 2025).
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(6):575-586
With the development of surgical techniques, adjuvant therapy and neoadjuvant therapy, the survival time of rectal cancer patients after surgery has been significantly improved, but organ dysfunction is still an important problem affecting the quality of life of patients after surgery. With the continuous deepening of clinical research and practice and the updating of relevant theories, more detailed and reliable evidence-based medical evidence has been accumulated in the field of pelvic organ function protection in rectal cancer surgery, and has been continuously verified in the clinical real world at home and abroad. In order to further improve the awareness of domestic physicians on the protection of organ function during the treatment of rectal cancer, standardize the evaluation methods and surgical methods, reduce the incidence of organ dysfunction, and thus improve the quality of life of patients, Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of Chinese College of Surgeons of Chinese Medical Doctor Association, Section of Colorectal Surgery of Branch of Surgery of Chinese Medical Association, National Health Commission Capacity Building and Continuing Education Center Colorectal Surgery Committee, and Colorectal and Anal Function Surgeons Committee of China Sexology Association organized the discussion among relevant experts. On the basis of the 2021 edition of the Chinese Expert Consensus on the Protection of Pelvic Organ Function in Rectal Cancer Surgery, the recent evidence-based medical evidence was analyzed and summarized, and the definition, risk factors, evaluation methods, prevention and other issues of organ dysfunction after rectal cancer surgery were analyzed with reference to relevant domestic and foreign studies and combined with clinical practice. Proposed the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of pelvic organ dysfunction in rectal cancer surgery, and finally formed the "Chinese expert Consensus on the protection of pelvic organ function in rectal cancer surgery (version 2025)".
Humans
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Rectal Neoplasms/surgery*
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Consensus
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Pelvis/physiopathology*
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Quality of Life
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Postoperative Complications/prevention & control*
3.Standardized surgical procedure of proximally extended resection and sphincter-preserving surgery (Tianhe procedure®) for rectal cancer after radiotherapy (2025 version).
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(7):707-716
Tianhe procedure® is a functional sphincter-preserving surgical approach developed for rectal cancer patients following radiotherapy. This technique involves extended proximal resection of the colon beyond the pelvic cavity, followed by anastomosis of the non-irradiated proximal colon to the distal rectum or anal canal. This strategy aims to reduce the incidence of anastomotic complications and postoperative bowel dysfunction. However, there is currently a lack of standardized practice guideline for implementing Tianhe procedure® in China. Therefore, the Chinese Radiation Intestinal Injury Research Group, the Colorectal Surgery Group of Surgery Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, the Anorectal Branch of Chinese Medical Doctor Association, the Colorectal Cancer Committee of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association, and the Colorectal Cancer Committee of China Anti-cancer Association, and the Gastrointestinal Surgical Branch of Guangdong Medical Doctor Association, have jointly convened a panel of national experts to discuss and establish this standardized surgical procedure. This standard, based on the latest evidence from literature, research advancements, and expert experience, focuses on key aspects of the Tianhe procedure®, including its precise definition, indications, critical procedural steps, postoperative complications, and functional rehabilitation strategies. It aims to promote standardized implementation and broader clinical adoption of this innovative surgical technique.
Humans
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Rectal Neoplasms/radiotherapy*
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Anal Canal/surgery*
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Anastomosis, Surgical/methods*
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Organ Sparing Treatments/methods*
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Rectum/surgery*
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Postoperative Complications/prevention & control*
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Digestive System Surgical Procedures/methods*
4.Expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of low anterior resection syndrome (2025 edition).
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(8):832-844
Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a common bowel dysfunction syndrome following sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer, characterized by stool storage dysfunction and evacuatory dysfunction. It has become a critical factor adversely affecting patients' quality of life and long-term clinical outcomes. Currently, the pathogenic mechanisms of LARS remain incompletely elucidated, and high-quality evidence to guide clinical practice is still lacking. However, emerging evidence suggests that strategic optimization across the clinical management pathway-including precision oncology planning, surgical technique selection, multidimensional symptom profiling, proactive prevention protocols, and comprehensive symptom management-may effectively reduce LARS severity and improve survivorship outcomes. Given the absence of consensus guidelines for LARS management among clinicians across China, the Chinese Society of Coloproctology (Chinese Medical Doctor Association) organized domestic experts in relevant fields. Through systematic review of global research findings, integration of international expertise and guidelines, and adaptation to domestic clinical realities, we developed the "Chinese Expert Consensus on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (2025 Edition)". This consensus elaborates on key aspects including the definition, clinical manifestations, risk factors, pathophysiological mechanisms, symptom assessment, treatment modalities, and prevention strategies for LARS, aiming to standardize the diagnosis and management of LARS in China.
Humans
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Rectal Neoplasms/surgery*
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Consensus
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Postoperative Complications/therapy*
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Quality of Life
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Syndrome
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China
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Low Anterior Resection Syndrome
5.Key techniques of laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.
Zeyang WANG ; Zhi SONG ; Weizheng LI ; Pengzhou LI ; Shaihong ZHU ; Liyong ZHU
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences) 2025;50(2):251-258
Bariatric and metabolic surgery has become a primary treatment for decompensated obesity, with the number of procedures rapidly increasing in China in recent years. Various improved and novel surgical techniques have emerged. Given the characteristics of the Chinese obese population lower body mass index compared to Western populations and frequent pancreatic islet dysfunction laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass remains one of the mainstream procedures in China. Although the Procedural Guideline for Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (2019 Edition) has provided standardized surgical steps, mastering and routinely implementing the procedure in clinical practice continues to pose significant challenges. Compared to laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is more technically demanding and requires a longer learning curve. To avoid suboptimal weight loss or severe postoperative complications resulting from non-standardized techniques, this article summarizes the authors' clinical experience, emphasizing key technical steps: creation of the gastric pouch, standardization of gastrojejunal and jejunojejunal anastomoses, hiatal closure, and full serosalization. These insights aim to improve procedural safety and therapeutic efficacy by offering a set of practical process optimization strategies.
Humans
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Gastric Bypass/methods*
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Laparoscopy/methods*
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Obesity, Morbid/surgery*
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Postoperative Complications/prevention & control*
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China
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Jejunum/surgery*
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Gastrectomy/methods*
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Anastomosis, Surgical/methods*
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Weight Loss
6.Analyzing the reasons for and prevention of serious complications after general anesthesia in children with obstructive sleep apnea.
Lan CHEN ; Dabo LIU ; Jianwen ZHONG ; Shuyao QIU ; Yilong ZHOU
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(2):168-172
Objective:To explore the causes and preventive measures of respiratory arrest following general anesthesia in children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), in order to enhance the safety of OSA surgeries under general anesthesia. Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical and follow-up data of four pediatric cases that experienced respiratory arrest after general anesthesia for OSA at Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University from March 2020 to March 2022. Results:All four children exhibited varying degrees of decreased blood oxygen saturation, cyanosis, and loss of consciousness after OSA surgery under general anesthesia, with one case experiencing respiratory and cardiac arrest. Through emergency rescue measures such as oxygen supplementation, suctioning, positive pressure ventilation, awakening, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, all four children were stabilized. Follow-up after 2 to 6 months showed no complications. The main reasons for the occurrence are analyzed as: residual anesthetic drugs, characteristics of the OSA disease, and the unique aspects of the pediatric population. Conclusion:Children undergoing general anesthesia for OSA should be closely monitored for vital signs after surgery. If respiratory suppression occurs, active rescue measures should be taken to avoid serious consequences.
Humans
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Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/surgery*
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Anesthesia, General/adverse effects*
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Retrospective Studies
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Child
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Postoperative Complications/prevention & control*
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Male
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Female
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Child, Preschool
7.Perioperative safety assessment and complications follow-up of simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation in young infants.
Xiaoge LI ; Pu DAI ; Yongyi YUAN
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(5):413-424
Objective:To evaluate the perioperative safety and long-term complications of simultaneous bilateral cochlear implantation(BCI) in young infants, providing reference data for clinical BCI in young children. Methods:Seventy-four infants aged 6-23 months with congenital severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss who were candidates for cochlear implantation at the Department of Otolaryngology, Chinese PLA General Hospital between August 2018 and August 2019 were consecutively enrolled. Parents made the decision to implant either unilaterally or bilaterally. Participants were divided into unilateral cochlear implantation(UCI) group(before and after 12 months of age) and simultaneous BCI group(before and after 12 months of age). Safety indicators, including perioperative risk variables, complications, and other postoperative adverse events were monitored, with complications followed up for 5-6 years. Comparisons were made between the BCI and UCI, as well as between implantation before and after 12 months of age regarding perioperative safety and long-term complications. Results:A total of 40 BCI patients(23 before 12 months, 17 after 12 months) and 34 UCI patients(20 before 12 months, 14 after 12 months) were included in the study. Regarding perioperative risk variables, the BCI group showed significantly longer anesthesia duration, operative time, and greater blood loss compared to the UCI group, though less than twice that of the UCI group; no anesthetic complications occurred in either group; and there was no significant difference in postoperative hospital stay between the groups. Regarding surgical complications during the 5-year follow-up period, the BCI group experienced 7 complications(2 major, 5 minor), while the UCI group had 7 complications(1 major, 6 minor), with no statistical differences between groups. Regarding other postoperative adverse events, the BCI group demonstrated significantly higher total adverse event rates than the UCI group(80.0% vs 38.2%), with higher rates of moderate to severe anemia(60.0% vs 20.6%) and lower mean hemoglobin levels[(92.35±12.14) g/L vs(102.39±13.09) g/L]. No significant differences were found in postoperative fever rates(50.0% vs 52.9%) or C-reactive protein levels between groups. Within the BCI group, patients implanted before 12 months indicated notably higher rates of total adverse events(91.3% vs 64.7%), high fever(26.1% vs 0), and moderate to severe anemia(78.3% vs 35.3%) compared to those implanted after 12 months. Conclusion:Simultaneous BCI in young children under 2 years of age demonstrates controllable overall risks. Compared to UCI, while it shows no increase in anesthetic or surgical complications, it presents higher perioperative risks and adverse event rates, especially in patients implanted before 12 months of age, warranting special attention from medical staff.
Humans
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Cochlear Implantation/methods*
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Infant
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Postoperative Complications
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Hearing Loss, Sensorineural/surgery*
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Follow-Up Studies
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Male
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Perioperative Period
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Female
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Cochlear Implants
8.Analysis of cochlear reimplantation surgery and factors influencing postoperative auditory and speech function.
Qingling BI ; Zhongyan CHEN ; Yong LYU ; Wenjing YANG ; Xiaoyu XU ; Yan LI ; Yuan LI
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(5):419-424
Objective:The aim of this study was to present an institution's experience with cochlear reimplantation(CRI), to assess surgical challenges and post-operative outcomes and to increase the success rate of CRI. Methods:We retrospectively evaluated data from 76 reimplantation cases treated in a tertiary center between 2001 and 2022. Clinical features include caused of CRI, type of failure, surgical issues, and auditory speech performance were analyzed. Categorical Auditory Performance (CAP) and Speech Intelligibility Rating (SIR) scores were used to evaluate pre-and post-CRI outcomes. Our center's consecutive cohort of 1 126 patients had seven patients, while 69 patients were from other cochlear implant centers. Device failure was the most common cause of CRI(68/76), with the remaining cases including flap complications(3/76), magnet displacement(3/76), secondary meningitis(1/76), and foreign bodies around the implant(1/76). Postoperative auditory and speech outcome improved in 31.6%(24/76) of patients, remained unchanged in 63.2%(48/76), and decreased in CAP and SIR scores in 5.2%(4/76) of patients. Postoperatively, the seven patients with cochlear ossification and fibrosis scored lower on the overall CAP and SIR scale than non-ossification individuals, which is a significant factor in surgical success rates and auditory-speech outcomes. Conclusion:CRI surgery is a challenging but relatively safe procedure, and most reimplanted patients experience favorable postoperative outcomes. Medical complications and intracochlear damage are the main causes of poor postoperative results. Therefore, minimally invasive CI has a positive significance for reducing the difficulty of CRI surgery and improving the CI performance.
Humans
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Cochlear Implantation/methods*
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Retrospective Studies
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Cochlear Implants
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Male
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Female
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Postoperative Period
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Treatment Outcome
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Adult
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Speech
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Middle Aged
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Postoperative Complications
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Replantation
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Cochlea/surgery*
9.Literature review and experience in treatment of multidrug-resistant bacterial infection in operative area after cochlear implantation.
Wenwei LUO ; Peina WU ; Yuanpu LAI ; Yong CUI ; Hongming HUANG
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(5):453-456
Objective:Multi-drug resistant bacterial infection(MRSA) complications occurring in cochlear implant recipients is rare and of serious consequence. This paper aimed to summarize the treatment experience of a patient with MRSA infection after cochlear implantation. A patient with nasopharyngeal malignant tumor after radiotherapy developed to severe sensorineural deafness. She suffered MRSA infection nine days after cochlear implantation. Since the wound failed to heal after weeks of topical and systemic sensitive antibiotic therapy, the patient underwent surgery for wound debridement. The stimulator-receiver and the electrode of the implant was removed, negative pressure wound therapy was applied, and systemic anti-infection treatment with sensitive antibiotics for weeks, the patients recovered and was discharged from hospital 69 days after infection.
Humans
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Cochlear Implantation/adverse effects*
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Female
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Drug Resistance, Multiple, Bacterial
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Staphylococcal Infections/therapy*
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Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus
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Cochlear Implants
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Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use*
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Postoperative Complications
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Middle Aged
10.Effect of intraoperative ultrasound-guided nasal fracture repair on postoperative child satisfaction and nasal function.
Chunmiao LI ; Ying LI ; Dongjie SENG ; Ying XU ; Zejuan JI
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(6):559-563
Objective:To investigate the effect of intraoperative ultrasound-guided nasal bone fracture repair on the clinical outcome of pediatric patients with nasal bone fracture. Methods:A total of 83 patients with nasal bone fracture who underwent prosthesis in our hospital from June 2022 to March 2024 were selected and assigned to control group (endoscopic nasal bone fracture repair) and experimental group (ultrasound-guided nasal bone fracture repair) using random number table method. Both groups were treated with the same nursing measures after surgery. There were 41 cases in the control group and 42 cases in the experimental group. The evaluation parameters of nasal bone fracture, nasal ventilation function, nasal appearance and olfactory function score, postoperative complications and satisfaction were compared between the two groups. Results:The operation time and hospital stay were significantly lower in the experimental group than in the control group (P<0.05), and secondary repair case (n=0) in the experimental group was significantly less than in the control group (P<0.05). Compared to preoperative status, the minimum nasal cross-sectional area, nasal volume and total nasal expiratory volume of the two groups increased three months post-operatively, and those in the experimental group were higher (P<0.05), nasal expiratory and inspiratory resistance, nasal appearance and olfactory disorder scores decreased and those in the experimental group were lower (P<0.05). The postoperative complications incidence in the experimental group was lower than in the control group (7.14% and 14.63%, respectively, P>0.05). The overall satisfaction in the experimental group was higher than in the control group(90.48% and 82.93%, respectively, P>0.05). Conclusion:Ultrasound-guided nasal fracture repair can effectively shorten the operation time, improve the success rate, and promote the postoperative recovery of nasal appearance and nasal function, reduce complications, and enhance the overall satisfaction of children and their families.
Humans
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Nasal Bone/surgery*
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Patient Satisfaction
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Child
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Female
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Male
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Postoperative Complications
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Treatment Outcome
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Postoperative Period
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Fractures, Bone/surgery*
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Ultrasonography


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