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Massie PL, Arshad SA, Auyang ED. Readability of American Society of Metabolic Surgery's Patient Information Publications. J Surg Res 2024; 293:727-732. [PMID: 37862852 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.09.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Appropriate education and information are the keystones of patient autonomy. Surgical societies support this goal through online informational publications. Despite these recommendations, many of these sources do not provide the appropriate level of reading for the average patient. Multiple national organizations, including the AMA and NIH, have recommended that such materials be written at or below a 6th-grade level. We therefore aimed to evaluate the readability of patient information publications provided by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). METHODS Patient information publications were collected from the ASMBS webpage (https://asmbs.org/patients) and evaluated for readability. Microsoft Office was utilized to calculate Flesch Reading Ease (FRE) and Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (FKGL) scores. Flesch Reading Ease (FRE) is a 0-100 score, with higher scores equating to easier reading (≥80 = 6th-grade reading level). Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (FKGL) rates text on a US grade school level. Qualitative and univariate analyses were performed. RESULTS Eleven patient information publications were evaluated. None of the publications achieved an FRE score of 80 or an FKGL of a 6th-grade reading level. The average FRE score was 35.8 (range 14.9-53.6). The average FKGL score was 13.1 (range 10.1-17.5). The publication with the highest FRE and lowest FKGL (best readability) was that for benefits of weight loss. The brochure with the lowest FRE and highest FKGL (worst readability) was that for Medical Tourism. CONCLUSIONS Although the ASMBS patient information publications are a trusted source of patient literature, none of the 11 publications met the recommended criteria for patient readability. Further refinement of these will be needed to provide the appropriate reading level for the average patient.
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- Pierce L Massie
- Department of Surgery, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Department of Surgery, UNM HSC, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Surgery, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Department of Surgery, UNM HSC, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Surgery, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Department of Surgery, UNM HSC, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Ferguson DM, Anderson KT, Avritscher EBC, Arshad SA, Bartz-Kurycki MA, Lally KP, Tsao K. Povidone-iodine intra-abdominal irrigation versus no irrigation in pediatric perforated appendicitis: A secondary economic analysis of a Bayesian randomized controlled trial. Am J Surg 2024; 227:157-160. [PMID: 37863798 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2023.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND A pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) conducted in children (2-17 y) with perforated appendicitis demonstrated an 89% probability of reduced intra-abdominal abscess (IAA) rate with povidone-iodine (PVI) irrigation, compared with no irrigation (NI). We hypothesized that PVI also reduced 30-day hospital costs. METHODS We conducted a retrospective economic analysis of a pilot RCT. Hospital costs, inflated to 2019 U.S. dollars, were obtained for index admissions and 30-day emergency visits and readmissions. Cost differences between groups were assessed using frequentist and Bayesian generalized linear models. RESULTS We observed a 95% Bayesian probability that PVI reduced 30-day mean total hospital costs ($16,555 [PVI] versus $18,509 [NI]; Bayesian cost ratio: 0.90, 95% CrI, 0.78-1.03). The mean absolute difference per patient was $1,954 less with PVI (95% CI, -$4,288 to $379). CONCLUSIONS PVI likely reduced the IAA rate and 30-day hospital costs, suggesting the intervention is both clinically superior and cost saving.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 3.020, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX, 77030, USA; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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Arshad SA, Garcia EI, Bell C, Avritscher EBC, Kumar M, Brahmamdam P, Fraser JA, St Peter SD, Aranda A, Hill M, Marquart J, Van Arendonk K, Plumblee L, Streck CJ, Zamora IJ, Ghani MOA, Reichard KW, Sacks K, Kallis M, Hong A, Richards H, Lin S, Gross ER, Kabeer MH, Reyna T, Paton EA, Camp LB, Stephenson K, Dassinger M, Vali K, Filipescu R, DeUgarte DA, Krishna V, Slater B, Islam S, Thompson G, Moore JT, Englum BR, Scholz S, Sharbaugh E, Gander JW, Tsao K. Multicenter Assessment of Cryoanalgesia Use in Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum: A 20-center Retrospective Cohort Study. Ann Surg 2023; 277:e1373-e1379. [PMID: 35797475 DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000005440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess the clinical implications of cryoanalgesia for pain management in children undergoing minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE). BACKGROUND MIRPE entails significant pain management challenges, often requiring high postoperative opioid use. Cryoanalgesia, which blocks pain signals by temporarily ablating intercostal nerves, has been recently utilized as an analgesic adjunct. We hypothesized that the use of cryoanalgesia during MIRPE would decrease postoperative opioid use and length of stay (LOS). MATERIALS AND METHODS A multicenter retrospective cohort study of 20 US children's hospitals was conducted of children (age below 18 years) undergoing MIRPE from January 1, 2014, to August 1, 2019. Differences in total postoperative, inpatient, oral morphine equivalents per kilogram, and 30-day LOS between patients who received cryoanalgesia versus those who did not were assessed using bivariate and multivariable analysis. P value <0.05 is considered significant. RESULTS Of 898 patients, 136 (15%) received cryoanalgesia. Groups were similar by age, sex, body mass index, comorbidities, and Haller index. Receipt of cryoanalgesia was associated with lower oral morphine equivalents per kilogram (risk ratio=0.43, 95% confidence interval: 0.33-0.57) and a shorter LOS (risk ratio=0.66, 95% confidence interval: 0.50-0.87). Complications were similar between groups (29.8% vs 22.1, P =0.07), including a similar rate of emergency department visit, readmission, and/or reoperation. CONCLUSIONS Use of cryoanalgesia during MIRPE appears to be effective in lowering postoperative opioid requirements and LOS without increasing complication rates. With the exception of preoperative gabapentin, other adjuncts appear to increase and/or be ineffective at reducing opioid utilization. Cryoanalgesia should be considered for patients undergoing this surgery.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX
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- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX
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- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX
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- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX
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- Medical College of Wisconsin/Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
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- Medical University of South Carolina Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt
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- Northwell Health/Cohen Children's Medical Center
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- Oregon Health and Science University/Doernbecher Children's Hospital
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- Oregon Health and Science University/Doernbecher Children's Hospital
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- Stony Brook Medicine/Stony Brook Children's Hospital
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- The University of California Irvine/CHOC Children's Hospital
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- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center/Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
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- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center/Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/Arkansas Children's Hospital
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- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/Arkansas Children's Hospital
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- University at Buffalo/Oishei Children's Hospital
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- University of California-Los Angeles/Mattel Children's Hospital
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- University of Florida/Shands Children's Hospital
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine/University of Maryland Children's Hospital
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine/University of Maryland Children's Hospital
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- University of Pittsburgh/UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
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- University of Virginia/University of Virginia Children's Hospital. Excluding those from the lead site, authors are listed by alphabetical order of their institution's name
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- McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX
- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX
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Arshad SA, Ferguson DM, Garcia EI, Hebballi NB, Li LT, Austin MT, Kawaguchi AL, Lally KP, Tsao K. Variability in opioid prescribing practices, knowledge, and beliefs: A survey of providers caring for pediatric surgical patients. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:469-473. [PMID: 34172281 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2021] [Revised: 05/05/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Comprehensive opioid stewardship programs require collective stakeholder alignment and proficiency. We aimed to determine opioid-related prescribing practices, knowledge, and beliefs among providers who care for pediatric surgical patients. METHODS A single-center, cross-sectional survey was conducted of attending physicians, residents, and advanced practice providers (APPs), who managed pediatric surgical patients. RESULTS Of 110 providers surveyed, 75% completed the survey. Over half of respondents (n = 43, 52%) reported always/very often prescribing opioids at discharge, with residents reporting the highest rate (66%). Provider types had varying prescribing patterns, including what types of opioids and non-opioids they prescribed. There was a lack of formal training, particularly among residents, of which only 42% reported receiving formal opioid prescribing education. Finally, although only 28% of providers felt that the opioid epidemic affects children, 48% believed pediatric providers' prescribing patterns contributed to the opioid epidemic as a whole, and 80% reported changing their prescribing practices in response. CONCLUSIONS Significant variability exists in opioid prescribing practices, knowledge, and beliefs among providers who care for pediatric surgical patients. Effective opioid stewardship requires comprehensive policies, pediatric specific guidelines, and education for all providers caring for children to align provider proficiency and optimize prescribing patterns.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States.
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Ferguson DM, Arshad SA, Avritscher EB, Li LT, Austin MT, Kawaguchi AL, Lally KP, Tsao K. Costs associated with postoperative intra-abdominal abscess in pediatric perforated appendicitis: A retrospective cohort study. Surgery 2022; 172:212-218. [PMID: 35279294 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.01.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Revised: 12/18/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Arshad SA, Hebballi NB, Hegde BN, Avritscher EBC, John SD, Lapus RM, Tsao K, Kawaguchi AL. Early discharge after nonoperative management of intussusception is both safe and cost-effective. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:147-152. [PMID: 34756701 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.09.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE We implemented a quality improvement (QI) initiative to safely reduce post-reduction monitoring for pediatric patients with ileocolic intussusception. We hypothesized that there would be decreased length of stay (LOS) and hospital costs, with no change in intussusception recurrence rates. METHODS A retrospective cohort study was conducted of pediatric ileocolic intussusception patients who underwent successful enema reduction at a tertiary-care pediatric hospital from January 2015 through June 2020. In September 2017, an intussusception management protocol was implemented, which allowed discharge within four hours of reduction. Pre- and post-QI outcomes were compared for index encounters and any additional encounter beginning within 24 h of discharge. An economic evaluation was performed with hospital costs inflation-adjusted to 2020 United States Dollars ($). Cost differences between groups were assessed using multivariable regression, adjusting for Medicaid and transfer status, P < 0.05 significant. RESULTS Of 90 patients, 37(41%) were pre-QI and 53(59%) were post-QI. Patients were similar by age, sex, race, insurance status, and transfer status. Pre-QI patients had a median LOS of 23.4 h (IQR: 16.1-34.6) versus 9.3 h (IQR 7.4-14.2) for post-QI patients, P < 0.001. Mean total costs per patient in the pre-QI group were $3,231 (95% CI, $2,442-$4,020) versus $1,861 (95% CI, $1,481-$2,240) in the post-QI group. The mean absolute cost difference was $1,370 less per patient in the post-QI group (95% CI, [-$2,251]-[-$490]). Five patients had an additional encounter within 24 h of discharge [pre-QI: 1 (3%) versus post-QI: 4 (8%), p = 0.7] with four having intussusception recurrence [pre-QI: 1 (3%) versus post-QI: 3 (6%), p = 0.6]. CONCLUSIONS Implementation of a quality improvement initiative for the treatment of pediatric intussusception reduced hospital length of stay and costs without negatively affecting post-discharge encounters or recurrence rates. Similar protocols can easily be adopted at other institutions. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III. TYPE OF STUDY Retrospective comparative treatment study.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.246, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.246, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatrics, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.246, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.246, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States.
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Arshad SA, Ferguson DM, Garcia EI, Hebballi NB, Buchanan AC, Tsao K. Cryoanalgesia is Associated With Decreased Postoperative Opioid Use in Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum. J Surg Res 2021; 271:1-6. [PMID: 34814047 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2021.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Revised: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 10/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pain control is challenging after pectus excavatum repair. We aimed to understand the impact that cryoanalgesia had on opioid utilization and outcomes of pediatric patients undergoing minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE). METHODS A single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted of all patients (< 18 y) who underwent MIRPE (2011-2019). Patients receiving cryoanalgesia were compared to those who did not. The primary outcome was total postoperative, inpatient, opioid use, measured as milligrams of oral morphine equivalents per kilogram (OME/kg). Univariate and multivariable analyses were performed. RESULTS Of 35 patients, 20 received cryoanalgesia (57%). Baseline characteristics were similar. Patients who received cryoanalgesia had a lower opioid requirement: median 2.3 mg OME/kg (IQR 1.2-3.1), versus 4.9 mg OME/kg (IQR 2.9-5.8), P < 0.001. Accounting for receipt of cryoanalgesia, epidural, and/or patient-controlled analgesia, cryoanalgesia was associated with a 3.3 mg OME/kg reduction in opioid use (P < 0.001). Median length of stay (LOS) was shorter in cryoanalgesia patients: 3.1 d (IQR 2.3-3.4), versus 5.1 d (IQR 4.3-5.4), P < 0.001. Complications within 90 d were similar between groups. CONCLUSIONS Cryoanalgesia is an effective adjunctive pain control modality for patients undergoing MIRPE. Use of cryoanalgesia was associated with lower postoperative opioid requirements and shorter LOS, without increased short-term complications, and should be considered for enhanced recovery after MIRPE.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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Li LT, Hebballi NB, Reynolds EW, Arshad SA, Hatton GE, Ferguson DM, Austin MT, Lally KP, Tsao K. Variation in opioid utilization among neonates with gastroschisis. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:1113-1116. [PMID: 33836846 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.03.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE Repetitive painful stimuli and early exposure to opioids places neonates at risk for neurocognitive delays. We aimed to understand opioid utilization for neonates with gastroschisis. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of infants with gastroschisis at a tertiary children's hospital (2017-2019). Multivariate linear regression was performed to analyze variations in opioid use. RESULTS Among 30 patients with gastroschisis, 33% were managed by primary suture-less closure, 7% by primary sutured closure, 40% by spring silo, and 20% by handsewn silo. The proportion of pain medication used was: morphine (89%), acetaminophen (8%), and fentanyl (3%). Opioids were used for a median of 6.5 days (range 0-20) per patient. Median total opioid administered across all patients was 2.2 morphine milligram equivalents (MME)/kg (IQR 0.7-3.3). Following definitive closure, median opioid use was 0.2 MME/kg (IQR 0.1-0.8). With multivariate regression, 45% of the variation in MME use was associated with the type of surgery after adjusting for weight, gestational age, and gender, p = 0.02. After definitive fascial closure, there was no significant variations in opioid use. CONCLUSION There is a significant variation in the utilization of opioid, primarily prior to fascial closure. Understanding pain needs and standardization may improve opioid stewardship in infants with gastroschisis. 197/200 LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level III.
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- Linda T Li
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatrics, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 3.160, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.250, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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Arshad SA, Hatton GE, Ferguson DM, Li LT, Austin MT, Tsao K. Cryoanalgesia enhances recovery from minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum resulting in reduced length of stay: A case-matched analysis of NSQIP-Pediatric patients. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:1099-1102. [PMID: 33853733 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.03.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 03/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE Pain control is challenging after minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE). Cryoanalgesia, which temporarily ablates peripheral nerves, improves pain control and may accelerate post-operative recovery. We hypothesized that cryoanalgesia would be associated with shorter length of stay (LOS) in children undergoing MIRPE. METHODS A matched cohort study was conducted of children (<18 years) who underwent MIRPE 2016-2018, using the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program-Pediatric database. Each patient who received cryoanalgesia during MIRPE was matched to four controls (no cryoanalgesia). Univariate and multilevel regression analyses were performed. RESULTS Thirty-five patients who received cryoanalgesia during MIRPE were matched to 140 controls. Patients who received cryoanalgesia had a LOS reduction with similar secondary outcomes (operative time, rates of complication, reoperation, and readmission). On multilevel regression adjusted for matched groups, cryoanalgesia was associated with a 1.3-day reduction in LOS (95% CI -1.8 to -0.8, p < 0.001). On sensitivity analysis excluding patients with complications, cryoanalgesia remained associated with a LOS reduction. CONCLUSIONS Cryoanalgesia is a promising adjunct in the care of pediatric patients undergoing MIRPE. Utilization is associated with a shorter LOS without an increase in operative time or complications. Cryoanalgesia should be considered for inclusion in enhanced recovery strategies for patients undergoing MIRPE.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston 77030, TX, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston 77030, TX, United States.
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Ferguson DM, Anderson KT, Arshad SA, Garcia EI, Hebballi NB, Li LT, Kawaguchi AL, Lally KP, Tsao K. Prophylactic intraabdominal drains do not confer benefit in pediatric perforated appendicitis: Results from a quality improvement initiative. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:727-732. [PMID: 32709531 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2020.06.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2020] [Revised: 05/29/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Prophylactic, intraabdominal drains have been used to prevent intraabdominal abscess (IAA) after perforated appendicitis. We hypothesized that routine drain placement would reduce the IAA rate in pediatric perforated appendicitis. METHODS A 27-month quality improvement (QI) initiative was conducted: closed-suction, intraabdominal drains were placed intraoperatively in pediatric (age < 18) perforated appendicitis patients. QI patients were compared to controls admitted during the preceding 8 months and following 4 months. The primary outcome was 30-day IAA rate. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed. RESULTS Two hundred seventy QI patients were compared to 109 controls. There was 100% compliance during 21 of 27 months of the QI initiative; only 7 QI patients did not receive drains. IAA occurred in 20.0% of QI patients and 22.9% of control (p = 0.52). After adjustment, the QI initiative was not associated with reduced odds of IAA (OR 0.83, 95% CI 0.48-1.44). Median length of stay was longer in QI patients during the index admission (p = 0.03) and over 30 postoperative days (p = 0.03), but these relationships did not persist after adjustment. CONCLUSIONS A QI initiative investigating prophylactic, intraabdominal drain placement in perforated appendicitis did not reduce the IAA rate. We recommend against routine drain placement in pediatric perforated appendicitis. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030, United States; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States.
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Arshad SA, Ferguson DM, Garcia EI, Hebballi NB, Noorbaksh AA, Vehawn JW, Ceron SA, Tsao K. Implementation of a Parent-centered Approach to the Preinduction Checklist in Pediatric Surgery. J Surg Res 2020; 257:455-461. [PMID: 32892145 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.08.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2020] [Revised: 07/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/02/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The preinduction checklist, part of the three-phase surgical safety checklist, is performed before induction of anesthesia. Our previous research demonstrated higher checklist adherence by perioperative staff when parents were engaged in the preinduction checklist. We hypothesized that use of a parent-centered script (PCS) during the preinduction checklist would increase parent engagement and checklist adherence. METHODS A single-center, prospective, observational study was conducted in which parents of children (<18 y) undergoing nonemergent surgeries (June 2018-July 2019) were observed before and after PCS implementation. The PCS, developed by the health care team, engaged parents by directly asking them to contribute information relevant to parent knowledge. Parent engagement was rated using a five-point Likert scale, and adherence was scored for each relevant checkpoint completed. RESULTS Of 270 checklists, 154 (57%) occurred before and 116 (43%) after PCS implementation. Groups were similar by primary language, patient age, and type of surgery, but more postimplementation children had a prior surgery. The overall parent engagement score did not improve with the PCS (P = 0.8); however, there was an improvement in eye contact by parents. After introduction of the PCS, checklist adherence decreased from a median score of 6 (interquartile range 5-6) to 4 (interquartile range 4-5) (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Use of a PCS did not improve parent engagement during the preinduction checklist and an unexpected decline in checklist adherence was observed. Further research, with parent and staff input, is necessary to determine how best to engage parents while ensuring high checklist adherence.
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- Seyed A Arshad
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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Ferguson DM, Ferrante AB, Orr HA, Arshad SA, Curbo ME, Parker TD, Chang ML, Tsao K. Clinical Practice Guideline Nonadherence and Patient Outcomes in Pediatric Appendicitis. J Surg Res 2020; 257:135-141. [PMID: 32828996 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.07.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2019] [Revised: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 07/11/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) have been associated with improved patient outcomes. We aimed to evaluate institutional CPG adherence and hypothesized that adherence would be associated with fewer complications in pediatric appendicitis. METHODS A retrospective review was conducted of pediatric (<18 y) appendicitis patients who underwent appendectomy (6/1/2017-5/30/2018). Patients were managed using an institutional pediatric appendicitis CPG. The primary outcome was CPG adherence, defined as receipt of preoperative antibiotics at diagnosis, surgical prophylaxis before incision, and, in perforated/gangrenous appendicitis, continued postoperative antibiotics, and prescription for discharge antibiotics. Univariate and multivariate analyzes were performed. RESULTS Among 399 patients, the baseline characteristics were similar between CPG-adherent and nonadherent patients. Overall CPG adherence was low at 55% (n = 221). Only 58% of patients received preoperative antibiotics per protocol (n = 233). Patients with simple appendicitis were more likely to proceed to surgery without receiving any preoperative antibiotics (35% vs. 21%, P = 0.004). Surgical prophylaxis compliance was high at 97% (n = 389). CPG violation was associated with reoperation (n = 5 versus 0, P = 0.02). After adjusting for age and admission white blood cell count, the association between CPG adherence and postoperative surgical site infection or intra-abdominal abscess remained nonsignificant (OR: 1.2, 95% CI: 0.5-2.5). CONCLUSIONS Despite a long-standing pediatric appendicitis CPG, adherence with antibiotic components of the CPG was poor. CPG violation was significantly associated with reoperation, but was not associated with other postoperative complications. Regular audits of CPG adherence are necessary to ascertain reasons for noncompliance and identify ways to improve adherence.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas; Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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Ferguson DM, Parker TD, Marino VE, Garcia EI, Arshad SA, Kamat PS, Anding CM, Tsao K, Girardet RG, Austin MT. Risk factors for nonaccidental burns in children. Surg Open Sci 2020; 2:117-121. [PMID: 32754715 PMCID: PMC7391884 DOI: 10.1016/j.sopen.2020.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2020] [Revised: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background The relative influences of baseline risk factors for pediatric nonaccidental burns have not been well described. We evaluated baseline characteristics of pediatric nonaccidental burn patients and their primary caretakers. Methods A single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted of pediatric (age < 17) burn patients from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2018. The primary outcome was nonaccidental burn, defined as burn secondary to abuse or neglect as determined by the inpatient child protection team or Child Protective Services. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed. Results Of 489 burn patients, 47 (9.6%) suffered nonaccidental burns. Nonaccidental burn patients more frequently had a history of Child Protective Services involvement (48.9% vs 9.7%, P < .001), as did their primary caretakers (59.6% vs 10.9%, P < .001). Non-Hispanic black children had higher rates of Child Protective Services referral (50.7% vs 26.7%, P < .001) and nonaccidental burn diagnosis (18.9% vs 5.6%, P < .001) than children of other races/ethnicities. On multivariate analysis, caretaker involvement with CPS (odds ratio 7.53, 95% confidence interval 3.38-16.77) and non-Hispanic black race/ethnicity (odds ratio 3.28, 95% confidence interval 1.29-8.36) were associated with nonaccidental burn. Conclusion Caretaker history of Child Protective Services involvement and non-Hispanic black race/ethnicity were associated with increased odds of pediatric nonaccidental burn. Prospective research is necessary to determine whether these represent true risk factors for nonaccidental burn or are the result of other confounders, such as socioeconomic status.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030.,Department of Pediatrics, Division of Child Safety and Integrated Health, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 6431 Fannin St, MSB 5.256, Houston, TX 77030.,Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, 6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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Ferguson DM, Parker TD, Arshad SA, Garcia EI, Hebballi NB, Tsao K. Standardized Discharge Antibiotics May Reduce Readmissions in Pediatric Perforated Appendicitis. J Surg Res 2020; 255:388-395. [PMID: 32615311 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.05.086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2020] [Revised: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 05/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Based on limited evidence, the American Pediatric Surgical Association recommends 5-7 d of postoperative antibiotics in perforated appendicitis for preventing intra-abdominal abscess (IAA). In 2015, our institutional clinical practice guideline was modified to standardize prescription for 7 additional days of oral antibiotics after discharge. We hypothesized that prescribing oral antibiotics after discharge would be associated with fewer complications in perforated appendicitis. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective cohort study was conducted of pediatric (younger than 18 y) patients who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy for perforated appendicitis (August 1, 2012-April 30, 2019). Patients diagnosed with IAA before discharge or with a postoperative length of stay ≥8 d were excluded. Patient outcomes were compared prestandardization and poststandardization of discharge antibiotics. RESULTS Of 617 patients, 212 (34.5%) were admitted prestandardization and 404 (65.5%) poststandardization. Overall, 409 patients (66.3%) received discharge antibiotics. The median total postoperative antibiotic duration was 4 d (interquartile range, 3-5) prestandardization versus 11 d (interquartile range, 10-12) poststandardization (P < 0.001). Prestandardization patients had a higher rate of IAA (8.9% versus 4.5%, P = 0.03) and were readmitted more frequently (13.1% versus 6.4%, P = 0.005). On adjusted analysis, admission poststandardization was associated with reduced odds of IAA (odds ratio, 0.51; 95% confidence interval, 0.25-1.06), but the relationship was imprecise. Admission poststandardization was significantly associated with reduced adjusted odds of readmission (odds ratio, 0.46; 95% confidence interval, 0.25-0.85). CONCLUSIONS Prescription for seven additional days of oral antibiotics after discharge was associated with reduced odds of readmission in pediatric perforated appendicitis. This population may benefit from a longer postoperative antibiotic course than currently recommended.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-Based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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Ajuzie DC, Arshad SA, Rasaputra KS, May EE. A Method for Deciphering Major Drivers of Bacterial Iron Stress Response in the Presence of Oxidative Stressors. Annu Int Conf IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc 2020; 2020:2266-2269. [PMID: 33018459 DOI: 10.1109/embc44109.2020.9176518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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This paper describes a method for deciphering major drivers of bacterial stress response using an empirically informed computational approach. We develop a working model of iron flux regulation and concomitant oxidative stress response in Escherichia coli. The integrated model is used to investigate the temporal effects of iron and hydrogen peroxide stress on bacterial growth and metabolism. We employ a sensitivity analysis platform and, using various measures, probe for major mechanistic drivers of the bacterial response to iron stress.
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Ferguson DM, Anding CM, Arshad SA, Kamat PS, Bain AP, Cameron SD, Tsao K, Austin MT. Preoperative Opioids Associated With Increased Postoperative Opioid Use in Pediatric Appendicitis. J Surg Res 2020; 255:144-151. [PMID: 32559522 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.05.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2020] [Revised: 04/24/2020] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND In light of current opioid-minimization efforts, we aimed to identify factors that predict postoperative opioid requirement in pediatric appendicitis patients. METHODS A single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted of children (<18 y) who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy for acute appendicitis between January 1, 2018 and April 30, 2019. Patients who underwent open or interval appendectomies were excluded. The primary outcome was morphine milliequivalents (MMEs) per kilogram administered between 2 and 24 h after surgery. Multivariable analyses were performed to evaluate predictors of postoperative opioid use. Clinically sound covariates were chosen a priori: age, weight, simple versus complicated appendicitis, preoperative opioid administration, and receipt of regional or local anesthesia. RESULTS Of 546 patients, 153 (28%) received postoperative opioids. Patients who received postoperative opioids had a longer median preadmission symptom duration (48 versus 24 h, P < 0.001) and were more likely to have complicated appendicitis (55% versus 21%, P < 0.001). Patients who received postoperative opioids were more likely to have received preoperative opioids (54% versus 31%, P < 0.001). Regional and local anesthesia use was similar between groups. Nearly all patients (99%) received intraoperative opioids. Each preoperative MME per kilogram that a patient received was associated with receipt of 0.29 additional MMEs per kilogram postoperatively (95% confidence interval, 0.19-0.40). CONCLUSIONS Preoperative opioid administration was independently associated with increased postoperative opioid use in pediatric appendicitis. These findings suggest that preoperative opioids may potentiate increased postoperative pain. Limiting preoperative opioid exposure, through strategies such as multimodal analgesia, may be an important facet of efforts to reduce postoperative opioid use.
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- Dalya M Ferguson
- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas; Department of Anesthesiology, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas
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- McGovern Department of Pediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Center for Surgical Trials and Evidence-based Practice (C-STEP), McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas; Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas.
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BACKGROUND Syndesmosis injuries are common, with up to 25% of all ankle injuries being reported to involve an associated syndesmosis injury. These injuries are typically treated with cortical screw fixation or suture-button implants when indicated, but the addition of a suture anchor augment implant has yet to be evaluated. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the ability of a suture anchor augment to add sagittal plane translational and transverse plane rotational constraint to suture-button constructs with syndesmosis injuries. We hypothesized that the suture anchor augment oriented in parallel with the fibers of an injured anterior-inferior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL) in addition to a suture-button construct would achieve physiological motion and stability at the syndesmosis through increased rotational and translational constraint of the fibula. METHODS Eleven fresh-frozen cadaver ankles were stressed in external rotation using a custom-made ankle rig. Each ankle had simultaneous recording of ultrasound video, 6 degrees-of-freedom kinematics of the fibula and tibia, and torque as the ankle was stressed by an examiner. The ankles were tested in 6 different states: native uninjured; injured with interosseous ligament and AITFL sectioned; 1× suture button; 2× suture buttons, divergent; 1× suture anchor augment with 2× suture buttons, divergent; and 1× suture anchor augment with 1× suture buttons. RESULTS Only the suture anchor augment + 2× suture buttons and suture anchor augment + 1× suture-button constructs were found to be significantly different from the injured state (P = .0003, P = .002) with mean external rotation of the fibula. CONCLUSION Overall, the most important finding of this study was that the addition of a suture anchor augment to suture-button constructs provided a mechanism to increase external rotational constraint of the fibula. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This study provides a mechanistic understanding of how the combined suture-button and suture anchor augment construct provides an anatomically similar reconstruction of constraints found in the native ankle. However, none of the constructs examined in this study were able to fully restore physiologic motion.
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- Addison R Wood
- JPS Health Network, Orthopaedic Surgery, Fort Worth, TX, USA.,Center of Anatomical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- Center of Anatomical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- JPS Health Network, Orthopaedic Surgery, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- Arlington Orthopedic Associates P.A., Arlington, TX, USA
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Allen PB, Arshad SA, Li B, Chen X, Ellington AD. DNA circuits as amplifiers for the detection of nucleic acids on a paperfluidic platform. Lab Chip 2012; 12:2951-8. [PMID: 22729075 PMCID: PMC3454488 DOI: 10.1039/c2lc40373k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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This article describes the use of non-enzymatic nucleic acid circuits based on strand exchange reactions to detect target sequences on a paperfluidic platform. The DNA circuits that were implemented include a non-enzymatic amplifier and transduction to a fluorescent reporter; these yield an order of magnitude improvement in detection of an input nucleic acid signal. To further improve signal amplification and detection, we integrated the enzyme-free amplifier with loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP). By bridging the gap between the low concentrations of LAMP amplicons and the limits of fluorescence detection, the non-enzymatic amplifier allowed us to detect as few as 1200 input templates in a paperfluidic format.
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- To whom correspondence should be addressed. University of Texas at Austin, Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept.. 1 University Station, A4800 andy.
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Arshad P, Arshad SA. Cigarette smoking in patients with schizophrenia. Br J Psychiatry 2000; 176:596. [PMID: 10974972 DOI: 10.1192/bjp.176.6.596-a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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