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Serum gastrin concentrations in infants with short gut syndrome
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|June 1, 1976
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This study found no evidence of gastric hyperacidity or hypergastrinemia in infants with short bowel syndrome. Findings in these infants contrast with adult study data, suggesting developmental differences in gastrointestinal regulation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Neonatology
- Digestive Physiology
Background:
- Short bowel syndrome (SBS) in infants can lead to malabsorption and altered gastrointestinal function.
- Gastric hyperacidity and hypergastrinemia are potential complications, though data in infants is limited.
- Contradictory findings exist between pediatric and adult studies regarding these conditions in SBS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate seven infants with SBS (≤100 cm remaining small bowel) for gastric hyperacidity.
- To assess for hypergastrinemia in these infants, both in fasting and fed states.
- To compare infant data with existing adult study findings.
Main Methods:
- Evaluation of seven infants diagnosed with short bowel syndrome.
- Measurement of gastric acidity and serum gastrin levels.
- Inclusion of post-feeding assessments in two infants.
Main Results:
- No infant demonstrated evidence of gastric hyperacidity.
- No infant exhibited hypergastrinemia.
- All tested infants showed normal acid and gastrin levels.
Conclusions:
- Infants with short bowel syndrome (≤100 cm) do not appear to develop gastric hyperacidity or hypergastrinemia.
- The absence of these conditions in infants suggests developmental differences in gastrointestinal regulation compared to adults.
- Further research is warranted to understand these age-related discrepancies in SBS complications.
Abstract:
Seven babies with 100 cm or less remaining small bowel have been evaluated for evidence of gastric hyperacidity and/or hypergastrinemia. Two babies were also studied after feeding. No patient demonstrated hyperacidity or hypergastrinemia. This infant data is discussed in regards to reported contradictory data in adult studies.