The authors report on a newborn baby with congenital hydrocele in whom pneumoscrotum developed. Air and meconium were found over the hernia sac, owing to ileal atresia with perforation. Gas in the scrotum usually is inside herniated bowel, but it can be the first sign of pneumoperitoneum.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/jpsu.2002.29461 | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
Similar Publications
Clinical characteristics and management of reoperation for high jejunal atresia: a retrospective study.
Pediatr Surg Int
January 2025
Department of Neonatology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou, China.
Objective: To analyze the clinical characteristics and available treatment strategies for reoperation of neonatal high jejunal atresia, and recommend preventive measures to reduce the reoperation rate of high jejunal atresia.
Methods: The clinical data of 16 children with high jejunal atresia who underwent reoperation in the Neonatal Surgery Department at Children's Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine from January 2018 to January 2023 were retrospectively analyzed.
Results: Among the 16 unplanned reoperations, 7 (43.
Prenatal diagnosis of midgut volvulus by fetal MRI: a retrospective study.
Front Pediatr
December 2024
Department of Medical Imaging, Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China.
Background: Fetal midgut volvulus is a rare disease, with a high risk of potentially life-threatening fetal complications.
Purpose: The aim of this study was to retrospectively analyze the imaging findings of fetal midgut volvulus diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and explore its value in non-invasive prenatal diagnosis.
Methods: A retrospective collection of data from 156 fetuses suspected of intestinal obstruction by ultrasound examination in our hospital was conducted.
Unlabelled: Transmesenteric hernia is an internal hernia without a sac caused by a congenital defect of the mesentery. It is a rare cause of intestinal atresia, usually diagnosed intraoperatively, therefore, its prognosis is variable and may be associated with high morbidity and mortality.
Objective: To report a case of transmesenteric hernia with multiple intestinal atresia of late diagnosis.
Enhanced recovery protocol for congenital duodenal obstruction - initial experiences with development and implementation.
Pediatr Surg Int
December 2024
Department of Pediatric Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Nydalen, P. O. Box 4950, N-0424, Oslo, Norway.
Background: The experience with Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in neonatal intestinal surgery is very limited. We present the development and implementation of an Enhanced Recovery Protocol (ERP) designed specifically for neonates treated for congenital duodenal obstruction (CDO), and early outcome after implementation.
Methods: An ERP for CDO was developed and implemented.
Global Prevalence of Duodenal Atresia in Trisomy 21: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Eur J Pediatr Surg
December 2024
Department of Surgery and Anesthesia, School of Medicine, Mu'tah University, Mu'tah, Karak, Jordan.
Introduction: Duodenal atresia is one of significant causes of neonatal intestinal obstruction. It often co-occurs with Down syndrome. This study is conducted to estimate the global prevalence of duodenal atresia in Down syndrome patients and to investigate associated factors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWant AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!