Prenatal obstruction of the ileum diagnosed by ultrasound |
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| Authors: | Morten Kjøller Gertrud Holm-Nielsen Hanne Meiland Knud Mauritzen Arne Berget Søren Hancke |
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| Institution: | 1. Ultrasonic Laboratory, Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen;2. Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen;3. Department of Pediatric Surgery, Rigshospitalet. University of Copenhagen, Denmark |
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| Abstract: | A case of low atresia of the ileum, diagnosed prenatally by real-time ultrasound scanning, is presented. The ultrasound examination showed progressive distension of intestinal loops, with strong peristaltic movements. The stomach was also distended, presenting as a large cystic area in the upper left abdomen. Real-time ultrasound technique is most advantageous in the diagnosis of fetal ileus. Prenatal diagnosis of fetal intestinal obstruction is of great importance, making early and safe treatment of the newborn possible. |
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| Keywords: | Fetal intestinal obstruction Ileal atresia Ultrasound diagnosis of fetal ileus |
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