A newborn within few hours of bih, developed bile stained vomiting and epigastric distention. On examination abdomen is scaphoid with visible peristalsis in the upper abdomen. Per rectal examination shows no stool in the rectum. Xray abdomen shows air trapped in stomach and proximal duodenum. What is the treatment of choice in this case?
Correct Answer: Duodenoduodenostomy
Description: This newborn is showing features of duodenal atresia. The most common method of treatment of duodenal atresia is duodenoduodenostomy or duodenojejunostomy. Duodenal atresia is associated with congenital defects such as: - Down's syndrome - Cardiovascular malformation - Annular pancreas - Malrotation - Esophageal atresia
Category:
Surgery
Get More
Subject Mock Tests
Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.
Attempt a mock test nowMock Exam
Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.
Coming SoonGet More
Subject Mock Tests
Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.
Attempt a mock test now