This pilot study shows that auricular MA is feasible in neonates and may reduce PIPP scores during heel pricks. Further study is required to determine the impact of MA on other painful or stressful conditions and on neurodevelopment.

Background/Aim: Cisplatin increases the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI) during systemic chemotherapy. However, little is known about its risk of inducing AKI when used during intraperitoneal chemotherapy. This study aimed to determine the incidence of AKI in patients undergoing cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) with cisplatin. Patients and Methods: A retrospective analysis of patients who received cisplatin-based HIPEC from November 2008 to March 2018 was undertaken to determine the incidence of AKI. Results: A total of 111 patients were identified. The incidence of AKI was 15.3% (17/111). Univariate analysis showed increased peritoneal cancer index (PCI), low intraoperative and postoperative urine output were significantly associated with the development of AKI. Multivariate analyses did not identify any significant predictors factors for AKI. Conclusion: Cisplatin-based HIPEC is associated with AKI. At our centre, the incidence of AKI was 15.3%. Risk factors that may influence its development include high PCI and low perioperative diuresis.

Giant inguinoscrotal hernias are an uncommon but challenging surgical entity. We report on how to repair a giant inguinoscrotal hernia using a single‐stage approach suitable for emergency surgery. This involves a combined laparotomy and inguinal approach, with posterior component separation and transversus abdominis release.