surgical problems in neonates Flashcards
1
Q
what is necrotising enterocolitis?
A
A serious illness in which tissues in the intestine (gut) become inflamed and start to die. This can lead to a perforation.
2
Q
what is a common cause of not passing stool in the first 24hrs?
A
meconium ileus
can be caused by CF
3
Q
what is meconium ileus?
A
a bowel obstruction that occurs when the meconium in your child’s intestine is even thicker and stickier than normal meconium
4
Q
what is a jejunal atresia?
A
a blockage in the jejunum due to the wall, preventing the passage of food and stool
5
Q
can the colour of neonate vomit indicate a condition?
A
yes
6
Q
what can green bile vomit indicate?
A
twisting of the bowel
7
Q
is twisting of the bowel serious?
A
yes-life threatening and surgery is urgently required
