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[Complete duplication of the small intestine in childhood]
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Complete small intestine duplication can cause severe bleeding due to gastric mucosa lining. Surgical mucosectomy is recommended for this rare congenital condition to prevent life-threatening hemorrhages.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Malformations
Background:
- Duplication of the small intestine is a rare congenital anomaly.
- Gastric mucosa lining in duplicated segments can lead to complications.
Observation:
- Two cases presented: a 7-month-old female infant and a 3.5-year-old male.
- Both patients exhibited complete small intestine duplication.
- Massive gastrointestinal hemorrhages and ileus were observed.
Findings:
- The duplicated small intestine was extensively lined with gastric mucosa.
- Hemorrhages and ileus necessitated surgical intervention.
- Mucosectomy was performed successfully in the duplicated regions.
Implications:
- Mucosectomy is a viable treatment for bleeding associated with small intestine duplication.
- This surgical approach is recommended for complete and partial tubular duplications.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing this condition.
Abstract:
The article reports on two cases of complete duplication of the small intestine in an infant of 7 months of age (female) and a boy aged 3 1/2 years. The almost complete lining of the duplicated small intestine with gastric mucosa resulted in massive haemorrhages. These haemorrhages, in conjunction with ileus, were the indications for an operation. Mucosectomy was performed in the region of the duplication. Such removal of the mucosa is recommended in complete duplication of the small intestine and in partial tubular forms.