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Acute intestinal obstruction.

V K Gopi, T P Joseph, K K Varma

    Indian Pediatrics
    |June 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Necrotising enteritis is the leading cause of intestinal obstruction in children. Treatment outcomes for this condition have significantly improved over time, showing promising results.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Gastrointestinal Diseases

    Background:

    • Intestinal obstruction is a critical surgical emergency in children.
    • Identifying common etiologies is crucial for timely diagnosis and management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the causes and outcomes of intestinal obstruction in pediatric patients.
    • To evaluate trends in treatment efficacy for necrotising enteritis.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective study of 904 children with intestinal obstruction.
    • Categorization of obstruction causes and analysis of treatment results.

    Main Results:

    • Necrotising enteritis was the most frequent cause of intestinal obstruction.
    • Acute intussusception was the second most common cause overall and the leading cause in infants under one year.

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  • Significant improvements in treatment outcomes for necrotising enteritis were observed.

    • Conclusions:

    • Necrotising enteritis and acute intussusception are primary causes of pediatric intestinal obstruction.
    • Therapeutic advancements have led to better outcomes for necrotising enteritis.