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[Urgent X-ray examinations of new-born babies II. Duodenum-colon (author's transl)]
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Urgent newborn examinations for intestinal obstruction rely on abdominal radiography. Further clarification uses irrigoscopy or contrast enemas, avoiding fluoroscopy for clearer diagnosis of duodenal and intestinal blockages.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Gastrointestinal Imaging
Background:
- Mechanical obstruction of the duodenum, small intestine, and large intestine are urgent conditions in newborns.
- Accurate and timely diagnosis is critical for effective treatment and improved outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the diagnostic imaging procedures for urgent cases of neonatal intestinal obstruction.
- To emphasize the role of radiography and alternative methods in diagnosing these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Initial examination involves abdominal radiography.
- Further investigation includes irrigoscopy without fluoroscopy for suspected duodenal or small intestine obstruction.
- Contrast medium enema is recommended as an alternative when initial radiography is unclear or clinical condition is questionable.
Main Results:
- Abdominal radiography is the primary diagnostic tool, guiding subsequent imaging choices.
- Irrigoscopy without fluoroscopy effectively clarifies suspected obstructions, even in cases of intussusception.
- Contrast enema serves as a valuable alternative diagnostic method.
Conclusions:
- A stepwise imaging approach, starting with radiography, is essential for diagnosing neonatal intestinal obstruction.
- Minimizing or avoiding fluoroscopy in favor of techniques like air insufflation during irrigoscopy enhances diagnostic safety and accuracy.
- Contrast enema provides a reliable alternative when initial imaging is indeterminate.
Abstract:
This paper describes those examinations of new-born babies most often indicated as being urgent in cases of mechanical obstruction of the duodenum and small and large intestines. The initial examination is in all cases an abdominal radiograph, which indicates the next diagnostic procedure. Once a direct or indirect picture of an obstruction in the duodenum or small intestine has been attempted, an irrigoscopy without fluoroscopy is indicated for further clarification of these changes. Even in cases of invagination, fluoroscopy becomes unnecessary with careful air insufflation. If the initial clinical condition is questionable or the abdominal general radiograph unclear, a contrast medium enema is to be recommended as an alternative method.