Fetal Abdomen Flashcards
a rare genetic condition in which the organs in your chest and abdomen are positioned in a mirror image of normal human anatomy
Situs Inversus
Absence of spleen
Asplenia
More than one spleen
Polysplenia
an uncommon cause of abdominal distention mimicking ascites
Pseudoascites
Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Dilation of common bile duct
Choledochal cyst
a congenital anorectal malformation (ARM) where a normal anal opening is absent at birth
Anorectal atresia
Stenosis; one of the common causes of intestinal obstruction in neonates
Jejunoileal atresia
Small bowel disorder marked by the presence of thick meconium in the distal ileum
Meconium ileus
a genetic disorder that causes problems with breathing and digestion
Cystic fibrosis
Abnormal innervation/stimulating of the large intestines
Hischsprung’s disease (megacolon)
Hischsprung’s disease (megacolon)