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Acquired ileal atresia induced by adhesive intestinal obstruction

Li Bing1, Chen Wei-Bing, Wang Shou-Qing

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Huai'an Women and Children's Hospital, 104 Renmin Road South, Jiang Su, 223002, People's Republic of China, haalibing@126.com.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|November 20, 2013
PubMed

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Acquired ileal atresia in infants can result from adhesive small bowel obstruction following cyst excision. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing this condition in pediatric patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Neonatal Care

Background:

  • Acquired ileal atresia is a rare condition in infants.
  • Adhesive small bowel obstruction can lead to intestinal complications.
  • Previous abdominal surgeries or cysts may predispose infants to adhesions.

Observation:

  • Three female infants presented with acquired ileal atresia.
  • Cases involved prior cyst excision (urachal and mesenteric) and one with no prior surgery.
  • Adhesive bands were identified as the cause of obstruction and atresia.

Findings:

  • Ileal atresia secondary to adhesive small bowel obstruction was confirmed in all three cases.
  • Surgical intervention, including cyst excision and adhesiolysis, was performed.
  • Laparoscopic-assisted surgery was utilized in one case.

Implications:

  • Highlights the potential for acquired ileal atresia post-abdominal surgery in infants.
  • Emphasizes the importance of considering adhesive complications after cyst excision.
  • Underscores the need for prompt surgical management in pediatric intestinal obstruction.

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