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Appendicostomy as a venting enterostomy for colonic atresia
A N Gangopadhyay1, R Gupta, S P Sahoo
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Baharas Hindu University, Varanasi, India.
Tropical Doctor
|August 17, 1999
Summary
A novel appendicostomy technique effectively served as a venting enterostomy for colonic atresia cases. This surgical approach yielded positive outcomes in pediatric patients with delayed presentations.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Congenital Abnormalities
Background:
- Colonic atresia necessitates surgical intervention, often involving resection and anastomosis.
- Delayed presentation of colonic atresia typically requires a venting enterostomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a new appendicostomy technique as a venting enterostomy for colonic atresia.
- To assess the efficacy and outcomes of this novel approach in pediatric patients.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of eight pediatric cases of colonic atresia treated between 1990-1995.
- Surgical management utilizing appendicostomy as a venting enterostomy.
Main Results:
- The appendicostomy technique was successfully implemented as a venting enterostomy in eight patients.
- Good clinical results were observed in all treated children.
Conclusions:
- Appendicostomy serves as a viable and effective alternative for a venting enterostomy in managing colonic atresia.
- This technique offers a promising surgical option for pediatric patients, particularly those with delayed diagnosis.