Imaging Features of Neonatal Bowel Obstruction
A practical radiology review of Imaging Features of Neonatal Bowel Obstruction, focused on imaging findings, differential diagnosis, reporting points, and high-yield teaching...
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A practical radiology review of Imaging Features of Neonatal Bowel Obstruction, focused on imaging findings, differential diagnosis, reporting points, and high-yield teaching pearls.
Classification
- Proximal vs Distal (relative to ligament of Treitz)
- Based on # of dilated loops on X-ray
Proximal Obstruction
- Symptoms: vomiting (bilious/nonbilious), ↔ mild distention
X-ray
1. Single bubble
- Double bubble → duodenal atresia
3. Triple bubble
- Imaging: abdominal XR → UGI contrast / US if needed
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