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Diagnosing intussusception in preterm neonates: case report and overview.
Habib Alam Raza1, Mohammed Saleh Basamad1, Mahmoud Sedik El Komy2
1Department of Neonatology, Hera General Hospital, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Journal of Clinical Neonatology
|July 16, 2014
Summary
Intussusception in preterm infants is rare and often mistaken for necrotizing enterocolitis. Early diagnosis using ultrasound is crucial for timely intervention in neonates with abdominal symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal surgery
- Pediatric gastroenterology
- Medical imaging in neonates
Background:
- Intussusception is a rare condition in preterm neonates, frequently misdiagnosed as necrotizing enterocolitis.
- This diagnostic confusion can lead to significant delays in appropriate treatment for affected infants.
Observation:
- A case of colo-colic intussusception in a preterm neonate is presented.
- Preoperative diagnosis was achieved using abdominal ultrasound, highlighting its utility.
Findings:
- Diagnostic pitfalls in preterm neonates with intussusception are examined.
- Abdominal ultrasound is identified as a valuable tool for diagnosing neonatal intussusception.
Implications:
- Intussusception should be considered in the differential diagnosis of preterm neonates presenting with abdominal symptoms.
- Early and accurate diagnosis via ultrasound can improve outcomes for neonates with intussusception.
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