Abstract In this chapter, pectus excavatum is discussed with regard to diagnosis, surgical indications, evaluation of severity and surgical approaches. The author reviews the anesthesia implications for the minimally invasive…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview of epidurals in pediatric anesthesia practice. The author discusses the consideration for placement in the anesthetized patient, use of test doses, and contraindications to…
Abstract This chapter provides a thorough review of scoliosis correction surgery. The authors discuss the differentiation between idiopathic and neuromuscular scoliosis. The pre-operative evaluation of the patients with scoliosis is…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview for midgestational approach to neural tube defects. The authors describe pathophysiology and associated anomalies related to neural tube defects. The surgical approaches and related…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview of the basics of pediatric neurological tumors. The author identifies the common tumor pathologies and presenting symptoms in children by anatomic region. The key…
Abstract This chapter provides an and in-depth review of the Moya-Moya Syndrome and surgical correction. The authors describe disorders commonly associated with Moya-Moya Disease. The angiographic staging as well as…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview for caudal and penile blocks and their application in pediatric anesthesia practice. The authors discuss the indication for caudal blocks as well as anatomic…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview of bladder exstrophy repair. The author reviews the pathophysiology and associated anomalies related to bladder exstrophy. The surgical approaches and related anesthetic considerations are…
Abstract This chapter provides an in-depth discussion on the complexities associated with the Ex-Utero Intrapartum Therapy; EXIT procedure. The authors provide a thorough analysis of patient and procedural considerations from…
Abstract This chapter, provides an excellent review of a core pediatric surgical topic; craniosynostosis and cranial vault remodeling. The authors describe the pathophysiology of the four main cranial sutures and…
