Author
Kylat, Ranjit I.Affiliation
Univ Arizona, Coll Med, Dept PediatIssue Date
2017-10-31Keywords
necrotizing enterocolitisinternal hernias
extreme preterm infant
acute abdomen
exploratory laparotomy
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FRONTIERS MEDIA SACitation
Internal Hernia Masquerading As Necrotizing Enterocolitis 2017, 5 Frontiers in PediatricsJournal
Frontiers in PediatricsRights
© 2017 Kylat. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).Collection Information
This item from the UA Faculty Publications collection is made available by the University of Arizona with support from the University of Arizona Libraries. If you have questions, please contact us at repository@u.library.arizona.edu.Abstract
In extremely preterm infants, acute abdominal emergencies are fortunately less common with improving care. Spontaneous intestinal perforation and necrotizing enterocolitis are conditions where emergency surgery is most often needed. Conservative medical management and placement of temporary drain are often used in the initial management. Internal hernia (IH) is an uncommon cause of bowel obstruction in neonates, is difficult to diagnose and unfortunately are found only at autopsy. The presentation in preterm infants, distinction between these conditions, and the need for early diagnosis of IH are discussed.Note
Open Access Journal.UA Open Access Publishing Fund.
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2296-2360Version
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http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fped.2017.00225/fullae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.3389/fped.2017.00225