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[Biliary lithiasis in childhood: apropos of 10 cases]
M L Serrano Gómez1, M González-Ripoll Garzón, F Sánchez Ruiz
1Departamento de Pediatría, Hospital Regional Reina Sofia, Córdoba.
Anales Espanoles De Pediatria
|June 1, 1988
Insights
This study reviewed ten pediatric cholelithiasis cases, finding abdominal pain a common symptom. Ultrasonography proved effective for diagnosing gallstones in children, with some requiring surgical intervention.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
Context:
- Cholelithiasis, or gallstones, is increasingly recognized in pediatric populations.
- Diagnosis and management of pediatric gallstones present unique challenges.
Purpose:
- To review ten pediatric cases of cholelithiasis.
- To analyze diagnostic methods and treatment outcomes.
Summary:
- The study included ten children with a mean age of seven years diagnosed with cholelithiasis.
- Abdominal pain was the primary presenting symptom.
- Ultrasonography was the definitive diagnostic tool in all cases.
- Risk factors were identified in two patients.
- Four patients underwent surgical treatment.
Impact:
- Highlights the utility of ultrasonography in diagnosing pediatric gallstones.
- Underscores the importance of considering cholelithiasis in children presenting with abdominal pain.
- Provides insights into the surgical management of pediatric gallstones.
Abstract:
Ten cases of cholelithiasis in children are reviewed. Mean age was seven years. Abdominal pain was the main symptom leading to diagnosis. In all the cases, the diagnosis was made by ultrasonography. Risk factors were found in two cases. Surgical treatment was performed in four cases.