Gastric Outlet Obstruction in a 2-Year-Old Girl
Author Information
Author(s): Okawada Manabu, Okazaki Tadaharu, Takahashi Tsubasa, Lane Geoffrey J, Yamataka Atsuyuki
Primary Institution: Department of Pediatric General and Urogenital Surgery, Juntendo University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Can gastric outlet obstruction in children be effectively managed without vagotomy or antrectomy?
Conclusion
The surgical management of gastric outlet obstruction due to peptic ulceration in a child can be safe and effective without the need for vagotomy or antrectomy.
Supporting Evidence
- Gastric outlet obstruction due to peptic ulceration is extremely rare in childhood.
- The patient had normal serum gastrin and negative H pylori tests.
- Endoscopic findings showed a normal mucosa despite the obstruction.
Takeaway
A 2-year-old girl had a blocked stomach due to a rare condition, and doctors were able to fix it with surgery without making big changes to her stomach.
Methodology
The case involved surgical intervention after unsuccessful balloon dilatation and conservative treatment.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A previously healthy 2-year-old girl.
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