Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	119824
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Randomized Controlled Trial
Article Title	Structured game and parental education on postoperative pain and anxiety in children with appendicitis
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Si Chen and Xiao-Qian Dun
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author	Xiao-Qian Dun, Pediatric Rehabilitation, Shijiazhuang Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, No. 396, Youyi South Street, Qiaoxi District, Shijiazhuang 050000, Hebei Province, China. guoxiaoqian206@163.com
Key Words	Structured games; Parental empowerment education; Children; Appendicitis; Postoperative pain; Anxiety
Core Tip	This study pioneers a dual-strategy model that combines structured, theme-based games with practical parental coaching for children after appendectomy. This approach actively engages both child and parent in recovery, going beyond routine nursing. Results show it shortens hospital stays, reduces painkiller use, eases children’s emotional distress, and lowers caregiver anxiety. The model provides a practical, family-centered blueprint to improve pediatric surgical outcomes and overall care satisfaction.
Citation	Chen S, Dun XQ. Structured game and parental education on postoperative pain and anxiety in children with appendicitis. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2026-03-27 11:07
Peer-Review Started	2026-03-27 11:07
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-10 05:47
Return for Revision	2026-04-10 05:47
Revised	2026-04-22 09:05
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-04-28 09:18
Second Decision by Editor	2026-06-03 02:34
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-06-03 03:26
Articles in Press	2026-06-03 03:26
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ISSN	1948-9366 (online)
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