Pyloric Stenosis Quiz
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Learn more about Pyloric stenosis
Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is pyloric stenosis?
Abnormal narrowing of the stomach exit. Risk factors include male gender, preterm birth and smoking during pregnancy.
Symptoms of pyloric stenosis
Child vomited vigorously after feeding
Nausea or vomiting
Wants to feed after vomiting
Loss of appetite
Stomach feels bloated
Vomited blood
Unable to gain weight
Abdominal pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for pyloric stenosis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose pyloric stenosis
Did your child vomit forcefully (projectile vomiting) after feeding?
Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Do you have a craving for milk after vomiting?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?
Do you feel that your abdomen (stomach) is bloated or has a lot of gas?
Treatment for pyloric stenosis
The usual treatment is surgery to widen the stomach exit. The specialist will advise you whether an open (traditional) or keyhole surgery is more suitable. Fluids may be given through a needle in the vein if the baby is dehydrated.
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References
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https://journals.healio.com/doi/10.3928/0090-4481-20011201-09
Pandya S, Heiss K. Pyloric stenosis in pediatric surgery: an evidence-based review. Surg Clin North Am. 2012 Jun;92(3):527-39, vii-viii. doi: 10.1016/j.suc.2012.03.006. Epub 2012 Apr 20. PMID: 22595707.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0039610912000564?via%3Dihub
Dinkevich E, Ozuah PO. Pyloric stenosis. Pediatr Rev. 2000 Jul;21(7):249-50. doi: 10.1542/pir.21-7-249. PMID: 10878190.
https://publications.aap.org/pediatricsinreview/article-abstract/21/7/249/61590/Pyloric-Stenosis?redirectedFrom=fulltext
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Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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