Duodenal Atresia Flashcards
1
Q
What does duodenal atresia cause in general?
A
Complete obstruction
2
Q
Common site of obstruction?
A
Second part of duodenum
-Proximal part of duodenum becomes hypertrophied
3
Q
Appearance of duodenal atresia on x-ray?
A
Double bubble
4
Q
What is duodenal atresia associated with?
A
- Polyhydraminios
- Down’s syndrome
- Prematurity
- Cardiac abnormalities
5
Q
Clinical presentation of duodenal atresia?
A
Post natally presents with bilious or non-bile-stained vomiting
6
Q
Investigations for duodenal atresia?
A
Abdominal x-ray:
-Shows double bubble and no gas within bowel distally
7
Q
Management of duodenal atresia?
A
- Nasogastric tube should be passed
- IV fluids
