Presentation
Abdominal distension.
Patient Data
Age: 11 days
Gender: Unknown
From the case:
Ileal atresia - proximal
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Multiple dilated proximal small bowel loops with multiple air-fluid levels.
From the case:
Ileal atresia - proximal
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No evidence of microcolon or stenosis.
Case Discussion
Initial radiograph shows features of distal small bowel obstruction.
A contrast enema performed ruled out a microcolon.
Child symptomaticaly worsened over a period of time, was operated. Confirmed to be atresia of the proximal ileum.