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Enterolithiasis in two neonates with oesophageal and anorectal atresia
Pediatric Radiology
|January 1, 1987
Insights
Enterolithiasis, or intestinal stones, occurred in two neonates with esophageal and anorectal atresia. Early radiological exams are crucial for identifying these calcifications and associated malformations.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal surgery
- Pediatric gastroenterology
- Medical imaging in neonates
Background:
- Enterolithiasis is rare in neonates.
- Oesophageal and anorectal atresia are congenital malformations requiring surgical correction.
- Intracolonic calcifications can be associated with gastrointestinal anomalies.
Observation:
- Two cases of neonatal enterolithiasis were observed.
- Both neonates presented with oesophageal and anorectal atresia.
- The enteroliths exhibited a particular intracolonic calcification appearance.
Findings:
- The study details the clinical features of these two cases.
- A comparison with existing literature on neonatal enterolithiasis is provided.
- Radiological examinations were vital for diagnosis and identifying associated malformations.
Implications:
- Early detection of enterolithiasis in neonates with atresia is important.
- Radiological imaging plays a key role in diagnosing associated digestive, urinary, and pulmonary issues.
- Understanding the specific appearance of these calcifications aids in diagnosis and management.
Abstract:
Enterolithiasis in two neonates with oesophageal and anorectal atresia is reported. The features of the two cases and comparison with the literature, the particular appearance of these intracolonic calcifications and the importance of radiological examinations for associated digestive, urinary and pulmonary malformations are presented.