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Ménétrier disease in a child of 18 months: diagnosis by ultrasonography
1Radiologisches Institut, Olgahospital, Stuttgart, Federal Republic of Germany.
European Journal of Pediatrics
|April 1, 1988
Insights
An 18-month-old infant was diagnosed with Ménétrier disease using ultrasonography. This case highlights the potential for early diagnosis of this rare gastrointestinal disorder through imaging.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Ménétrier disease is a rare condition characterized by gastric hypertrophy.
- Diagnosis typically involves endoscopy and biopsy, which can be challenging in infants.
Observation:
- An 18-month-old infant presented with symptoms suggestive of gastrointestinal pathology.
- Ultrasonography was performed to evaluate the infant's condition.
Findings:
- The ultrasonography revealed characteristic sonographic changes consistent with Ménétrier disease.
- Specific imaging findings are illustrated in the case presentation.
Implications:
- Ultrasonography may enable earlier diagnosis of Ménétrier disease in pediatric patients.
- This imaging modality could potentially reduce the need for more invasive diagnostic procedures.
Abstract:
We present an 18-month-old infant with Ménétrier disease diagnosed by ultrasonography. The sonographic changes are illustrated and the possibility of early diagnosis of this disorder is suggested.