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A 7-month-old with bilious vomiting
M R Cowan1, T J Abramo, R A Wiebe
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center of Dallas.
Insights
A rare case of infant bilious vomiting was observed in a 7-month-old boy with a large Hutch diverticulum. This condition caused abdominal distention and lack of output, highlighting a unique presentation in pediatric medicine.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Pediatric Urology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Bilious vomiting in infants can indicate serious gastrointestinal or urological issues.
- Prompt diagnosis is crucial for effective management of pediatric surgical emergencies.
Observation:
- A 7-month-old male infant presented with bilious vomiting, abdominal distention, anorexia, and absent stool/urinary output.
- Imaging revealed a mass effect on the rectosigmoid and a large urinary bladder diverticulum.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with a large Hutch diverticulum, a rare congenital anomaly of the urinary bladder.
- The diverticulum's narrow neck likely contributed to the obstructive symptoms mimicking gastrointestinal distress.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering urinary tract anomalies in the differential diagnosis of infant vomiting.
- Early identification of Hutch diverticulum can prevent complications and guide appropriate surgical or urological intervention.
- Highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostic workups in infants with non-specific abdominal symptoms.
Abstract:
We present the case of a 7-month-old boy who presented with a history of bilious vomiting, abdominal distention with a mass, anorexia, and no urinary or stool output for 2 days. Air enema demonstrated a mass effect on the rectosigmoid area, with urinary contrast revealing a large Hutch diverticulum with a narrow neck of the urinary bladder. This patient illustrates a rare case of an infant with bilious vomiting.