Biomarkers Associated with the Progression of Infantile Hemangioma: An Exploratory Study Academic Background Infantile Hemangioma (IH) is one of the most common benign tumors in infancy. Although most IH is not apparent at birth, it gradually manifests within the first month of life and undergoes a proliferative phase over approximately one year, f...

Tumor Metabolic Reprogramming Identifies Key Vulnerability in Pediatric Malignant Tumors – Comprehensive Research Based on Organoid Models Background Malignant Rhabdoid Tumors (MRT) are highly invasive pediatric cancers that primarily affect infants and can develop throughout the body, with the intracranial variant known as Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdo...

Comparison of Ozaki Technique and Ross Procedure in Children with Complex Aortic Valve Diseases Academic Background Aortic valve disease (AVD) in children is a complex and challenging condition, especially when surgical intervention is required. Traditional aortic valve replacement surgeries, such as mechanical or bioprosthetic valve replacements, ...

The Application of Proton Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy in Fetal and Neonatal Brain Research Background Introduction The brain undergoes rapid biochemical and structural changes during fetal and neonatal development. These changes are crucial for understanding normal development and the mechanisms underlying neurological disorders. However, tradi...

The Critical Role of Wnt/β-catenin Signaling in Choroid Plexus Tumorigenesis Background Introduction The choroid plexus (CHP) is a secretory epithelial structure located in the brain ventricles, primarily responsible for the secretion of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and the establishment of the blood-CSF barrier. Choroid plexus tumors (CPTs) are rare ...