KEY FACTS Imaging Most (> 75%) are congenital, juxtacardiac diverticula Near gastroesophageal junction, on posterior aspect of lesser curvature of stomach Usually 1-3 cm, up to 10 cm in diameter On upper GI series Barium-filled diverticulum with air-fluid level CT…
KEY FACTS Terminology Most common upper intestinal obstruction in neonate Atresia: Congenital occlusion of intestinal lumen Stenosis: Fixed narrowing of intestinal lumen You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership…
KEY FACTS Terminology Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS): Idiopathic pyloric muscle thickening in young infants; leads to progressive gastric outlet obstruction You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If you…
Gastric Anatomy and Terminology The stomach is the alimentary reservoir for the mixing, grinding, and enzymatic digestion of food. It is divided into the cardia, fundus, body, antrum, and pylorus; each with its own specific function. The cardia is the…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Rare, benign, tumor-like lesion of esophagus Originates within cervical esophageal wall but presents as intraluminal polyp or mass You’re Reading a Preview Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles Become membership If…
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KEY FACTS Terminology Nissen fundoplication (FDP) : Complete (360°) FDP Toupet FDP : Partial (270°) FDP, posterior side Belsey Mark IV repair: 240° FDP wrap around left lateral aspect Nissen-Collis procedure creates "neoesophagus" GE junction (at B ring) will be…
KEY FACTS Terminology Surgical resection of a portion of esophagus and replacement by a conduit formed by another portion of alimentary tube Imaging Many surgical options for surgical excision of esophagus Transthoracic esophagectomy: Usually performed through right intercostal approach (Ivor…