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[Prevention of iatrogenic colon perforations in the newborn and infant (author's transl)]
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Preventing infant gastrointestinal perforations during enemas is crucial. A novel conical olive device for rectosigmoid enemas significantly reduces perforation risks in newborns.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Medical device innovation
Context:
- Infant gastrointestinal perforations are a serious complication, primarily occurring in newborns.
- Iatrogenic rectosigmoid colon perforations are frequent during diagnostic and therapeutic enemas.
- High mortality rates are associated with these perforations.
Purpose:
- To describe a method for preventing iatrogenic perforations of the rectosigmoid colon in infants during enema procedures.
- To mitigate the risks associated with diagnostic and therapeutic enemas in newborns.
Summary:
- A novel technique involves introducing a conical olive into the anus to prevent rectal wall perforation.
- This device design makes direct perforation impossible.
- It also reduces the risk of indirect perforation caused by elevated intraluminal pressure during enemas.
Impact:
- Potential to significantly decrease morbidity and mortality associated with infant enema procedures.
- Offers a safer approach to essential diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in neonates.
- Contributes to improved patient safety in pediatric gastroenterology and surgery.
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal perforations in infancy mainly occur during the newborn period. Iatrogenic perforations of the rectosigmoid colon are frequent. The mortality rate is high. A method to prevent this serious complication of diagnostic and therapeutic enemas is described. A conical olive is introduced into the anus. Direct perforation of the rectal wall is impossible. The ever-present danger of indirect perforation by increased intraluminal pressure is reduced.