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Pneumatosis intestinalis in a pediatric patient

Rubén Peña-Vélez1, Magdalena León-López2, Fabiola Sánchez-Huerta3

  • 1Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hospital General de Puebla "Dr. Eduardo Vázquez N", México.

Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas
|December 3, 2021
PubMed

Insights

A 4-month-old infant presented with severe gastrointestinal distress including vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Imaging revealed intraluminal gas in the colon, suggesting a potential obstruction or severe inflammation.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • A 4-month-old female infant was admitted due to acute onset of gastric vomiting and bloody diarrhea.
  • Physical examination revealed abdominal distension, tenderness, and signs of peritoneal irritation.

Discussion:

  • The presence of intraluminal gas in the ascending colon, sigmoid, and rectum on abdominal X-ray is a significant finding.
  • This radiographic pattern in conjunction with clinical symptoms may indicate various pediatric gastrointestinal emergencies.

Key Insights:

  • The combination of clinical presentation and radiographic findings in infants warrants prompt and thorough investigation.
  • Differential diagnoses should include conditions causing bowel obstruction or severe inflammation in neonates and infants.

Outlook:

  • Further diagnostic workup, potentially including contrast enema or surgical consultation, is crucial for definitive diagnosis.
  • Early recognition and management are vital for improving outcomes in pediatric patients with acute abdominal symptoms.

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