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Diniz AMB, Gualberto IJN, Lima LA, Cirino MLDA, Murakami RK, Ishikiriama BLC, Ruano R, da Silva LFF, Tirapelli D, Sbragia L. miRNA-143 expression is associated with inflammation and time of exposure to amniotic fluid in experimental gastroschisis. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2023; 78:100311. [PMID: 38008037 PMCID: PMC10757286 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinsp.2023.100311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/28/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Gastroschisis (GS) is a congenital anomaly in the abdominal wall with the intestinal loops exiting laterally to the umbilicus. The contact of the loops with Amniotic Fluid (AF) causes an inflammatory process in the exposed part, leading to an extended hospital stay and an increased risk of morbidity due to alterations related to intestinal motility. The authors aimed to evaluate the time of exposure to the AF in the experimental GS and to search for potential biomarkers of intestinal inflammation by measuring microRNAs. METHODS Rat fetuses were divided into three groups: a) CONTROL, b) GS reared on day 18 (GS = 18), and c) GS reared on day 19.5 (GS = 19) (term = 22 days). On day 21.5, the fetuses were removed for biometric parameters and biochemical analyses: 1) Biometrics: Body and Intestinal Weight (BW, IW), and intestinal-body weight ratio (IW/BW); 2) Descriptive histopathology and 3) miR-143 quantification by real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). RESULTS BW was higher in CONTROL than GS 18 and G19 (p < 0.05). IW, IW/BW, intestinal water, and mRNA-143 were higher in GS 18 and GS 19 than in CONTROL, and GS 18 was higher than GS 19 (p < 0.05). The average of the inflammation score from the intestinal wall with mucosal inflammation and intra-epithelial lymphocytes shows worst in GS 18 and GS 19 vs. CONTROL (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The tissue expression of mRNA-143 and the morphological changes in the intestine of GS worsened according to the time of exposure to AF, which could be a possible marker of fetal intestinal damage.
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- Ana Maria Bicudo Diniz
- Division of Pediatric Surgery and Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Anatomy, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirao Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Bauru, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Public Health, Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Bauru, SP, Brazil
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- Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Jackson Fetal Care, Department Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery and Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Anatomy, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirao Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Bauru, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Public Health, Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Bauru, SP, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Bauru, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Public Health, Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Bauru, SP, Brazil
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- Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Jackson Fetal Care, Department Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (FMUSP), São Paulo Death Verification Service (SVO), São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery and Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Anatomy, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirao Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery and Anatomy, Department of Surgery and Anatomy, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirao Preto, SP, Brazil.
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Çağan Appak Y, Baran M, Öztan MO, Karakoyun M, Turhan S, Tuğmen C, Aydoğdu S, Karaca C, Köylüoğlu G. Assessment and outcome of pediatric intestinal pseudo-obstruction: A tertiary-care-center experience from Turkey. TURKISH JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2019; 30:357-363. [PMID: 30666970 DOI: 10.5152/tjg.2019.18287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS Pediatric intestinal pseudo-obstruction (PIPO) is a severe disorder of gut motility. In this rare and difficult-to-manage disease, complex treatment method, such as intestinal transplantation, is sometimes needed. This study evaluated the management and follow-up results of patients with PIPO who received treatment at our center. MATERIALS AND METHODS The cases of 13 patients with PIPO were reviewed retrospectively. Demographic data, clinical features, etiologies, pharmacological and surgical treatments, nutritional support, anthropometric findings, small bowel transplantation (SBT), and survival rates were assessed. RESULTS Two of the patients were diagnosed at 1 and 5 years of age, while other patients were diagnosed during neonatal period. The etiological cause could not be identified for 5 patients. Pharmacological treatment response was observed in 38.4% of patients. Post-pyloric feeding was applied in 4 patients, but no response was observed. Gastrostomy decreased the clinical symptoms in 3 patients during the abdominal distension period. Total oral nutrition was achieved in 38.4% of the total-parenteral-nutrition (TPN)-dependent patients. It was observed that anthropometric findings improved in patients with total oral nutrition. Liver cirrhosis developed in 1 patient. Venous thrombosis developed in 4 patients. The SBT was performed on 3 patients. One of these patients has been followed up for the last 4 years. CONCLUSION Pediatric intestinal pseudo-obstruction is a rare disease that can present with a wide range of clinical symptoms. While some patients require intestinal transplantation, supportive care may be sufficient in others. For this reason, patients with PIPO should be managed individually.
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- Yeliz Çağan Appak
- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, İzmir Katip Çelebi University - SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Izmir Katip Çelebi University - SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Organ Transplantation and General Surgery, SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Ege University School of Medicine, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Organ Transplantation and General Surgery, SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Izmir Katip Çelebi University - SBU Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, İzmir, Turkey
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Braga TD, Silva GAPD, Lira PIC, Lima MDC. Enterocolite necrosante em recém-nascidos de muito baixo peso em uma unidade neonatal de alto risco do Nordeste do Brasil (2003-2007). REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE SAÚDE MATERNO INFANTIL 2012. [DOI: 10.1590/s1519-38292012000200003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJETIVOS: avaliar a incidência de enterocolite necrosante (ECN), no período de 2003 a 2007, em crianças nascidas com muito baixo peso e descrever as características da assistência prestada a esses recém-nascidos. MÉTODOS: estudo longitudinal retrospectivo conduzido em uma unidade neonatal de alto risco com uma amostra de 1028 recém-nascidos de muito baixo peso, excluindo-se os menores de 750 g. A frequência de ECN foi observada do primeiro até o trigésimo dia de vida, ou até a sua ocorrência ou óbito, considerando-se o que ocorresse primeiro em um período de cinco anos. ECN foi definida pelo critério de Bell (estágio ≥2). Utilizou-se o qui-quadrado de tendência para avaliar o comportamento das variáveis categóricas ao longo dos cinco anos. RESULTADOS: ECN ocorreu em 55 dos 1028 recém-nascidos (5,3%). Observou-se maior incidência de ECN no ano de 2005 (19/204) com uma significante redução no ano de 2007 (8/195), entretanto, essa variação não caracterizou uma tendência (p=0,45). Observou-se aumento significante do uso de antibióticos,de nutrição parenteral, de corticóide antenatal e do consumo de leite materno e uma redução na média da idade gestacional de 2,4 semanas entre 2003 e 2007. CONCLUSÕES: a incidência de ECN foi variável, sem tendência de ascensão ou queda. Observou-se um incremento na cobertura de corticoide antenatal, aumento na utilização de leite materno e redução no consumo de fórmula. Mais estudos são necessários para melhor avaliar a contribuição dessas medidas na não progressão da incidência da ECN, apesar de tratar-se de uma população com risco elevado para essa doença.
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Braga TD, da Silva GAP, de Lira PIC, de Carvalho Lima M. Efficacy of Bifidobacterium breve and Lactobacillus casei oral supplementation on necrotizing enterocolitis in very-low-birth-weight preterm infants: a double-blind, randomized, controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr 2011; 93:81-6. [PMID: 20980486 DOI: 10.3945/ajcn.2010.29799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 149] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Probiotics are used for the prevention of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) because of their positive effects on intestinal motor function, modulation of inflammatory response, and mucosal barrier function. OBJECTIVE The objective was to assess whether the combined use of Lactobacillus casei and Bifidobacterium breve may prevent the occurrence of NEC stage ≥ 2 by the criteria of Bell in very-low-birth-weight preterm infants. DESIGN A double-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial was conducted in 231 preterm infants weighing from 750 to 1499 g at birth. The intervention group was composed of 119 infants who received human milk with probiotic supplementation (B. breve and L. casei) and a control group of 112 infants who received human milk containing no probiotics. The primary outcome was the occurrence of NEC stage ≥ 2 as defined by Bell's modified criteria. RESULTS Four confirmed cases of NEC stage ≥ 2 by Bell's criteria occurred only in the control group. CONCLUSIONS Oral supplementation of B. breve and L. casei reduced the occurrence of NEC (Bell's stage ≥ 2). It was considered that an improvement in intestinal motility might have contributed to this result. This trial was registered at www.isrctin.org as number 67165178 (International Standard Randomized Controlled Trial).
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- Taciana Duque Braga
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Instituto de Medicina Integral Professor Fernando Figueira, Recife, Brazil
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de Oliveira Iglesias SB, Leite HP, Santana e Meneses JF, de Carvalho WB. Enteral nutrition in critically ill children: are prescription and delivery according to their energy requirements? Nutr Clin Pract 2007; 22:233-9. [PMID: 17374797 DOI: 10.1177/0115426507022002233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to compare the differences between prescribed and delivered energy among critically ill children and to identify the factors that impede the optimal delivery of enteral nutrition in the first 5 days of nutrition support. METHODS In a prospective cohort study, we evaluated 55 critically ill children aged 8.2 +/- 11.4 months (0-162.3 months), who were fed for > or =2 days through a gastric or postpyloric tube. The patients were followed from admission until day 10 of enteral nutrition. Prescribed and delivered energy were recorded daily and compared with each other and with the estimated basal metabolic rate (BMR). The Paediatric Index of Mortality 2 (PIM 2) was used to estimate illness severity. RESULTS The ratio of delivered:required energy was <90% in 55.7% of the enteral nutrition days. Low prescription was the main reason for not achieving the energy goal in the first 5 days of enteral nutrition. Discrepancies between prescribed and delivered: energy were attributable to interruptions in feeding caused by clinical instability, airway management, radiologic and surgical procedures, and accidental feeding tube removal. The other factors associated with the delivery of less than required energy were PIM 2 > or =15%, gastrointestinal complications, dialysis, and use of alpha-adrenergic vasoactive drugs. The latter was the only variable in multivariate analysis that was associated with not ultimately achieving energy goal. CONCLUSIONS The prescription and delivery of energy were not adequate in >50% of enteral nutrition days. The gap between the effective administration and energy requirements can be explained by both underprescription and underdelivery. Administration of vasoactive drugs was the only variable independently associated with a low energy supply.
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- Simone Brasil de Oliveira Iglesias
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Department of Pediatrics, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua Loefgreen 1647, 04040-032, São Paulo SP, Brazil
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Les présentations cliniques. OSTÉOPATHIE PÉDIATRIQUE 2007. [PMCID: PMC7271215 DOI: 10.1016/b978-2-84299-917-9.50007-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Martin MJ, Steele SR, Mullenix PS, Noel JM, Weichmann D, Azarow KS. A pilot study using total colonic manometry in the surgical evaluation of pediatric functional colonic obstruction. J Pediatr Surg 2004; 39:352-9; discussion 352-9. [PMID: 15017551 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2003.11.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Total colonic manometry (TCM) can directly measure intraluminal pressures and contractile function of the entire colon. The utility of TCM to guide the surgical management of functional colonic obstruction has not been reported. METHODS Total colonic manometry was performed on all patients referred for surgical evaluation of refractory functional colonic obstruction. Manometric tracings were obtained while fasting, after feeding, and after pharmacologic stimulation. RESULTS Nine patients were referred for refractory colonic obstruction. The mean age was 4.8 years, and the mean duration of follow-up was 29 months. Two patients had functional obstruction after repair of Hirschsprung's disease, and 7 patients had idiopathic functional obstruction. In the idiopathic group, 4 distinct motility patterns were identified: (1) normal colonic motility, (2) dysmotility with massive distension, (3) persistent segmental dysmotility, and (4) global neuropathy/myopathy. Both Hirschsprung's patients showed globally abnormal motility. Surgical management was guided by TCM results. There was significant improvement in bowel function and weight gain after manometry-guided intervention. An unnecessary laparotomy was avoided in 2 patients. CONCLUSIONS TCM can be valuable in deciding the need for and timing of diversion, the extent of resection required, and the suitability of the patient for restoring bowel continuity in refractory functional obstruction.
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- Matthew J Martin
- Department of Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center, Fort Lewis, WA, USA
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Aktay AN, Werlin SL, Hellman RS. The impact of solid-phase gastric emptying studies in the management of children with dyspepsia. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2003; 42:621-5. [PMID: 14552521 DOI: 10.1177/000992280304200708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Information on the utility of solid-phase gastric emptying studies (SPGES) in the evaluation of children with symptoms of upper gastrointestinal (GI) motor dysfunction is limited. This study was conducted to evaluate the impact of SPGES in the clinical management and outcome of children with upper GI symptoms suggestive of gastroparesis. The records of 45 children who underwent SPGES (31F; 3-17 years) were reviewed. All patients had GI symptoms suggesting gastroparesis. Patients were fed with Tc-99m-sulfur colloid-labeled chicken liver. Adult normal half-life (T1/2) values (F 103 +/- 14 minutes; M 66 +/- 13.6 minutes) were used. The relationships among symptoms, treatment, and outcome were evaluated. Of the 45 patients 9 had delayed, 16 had rapid, and 20 had normal gastric emptying. Six of 9 patients with delayed gastric emptying responded to cisapride. Four of 16 patients with rapid emptying were diagnosed with the dumping syndrome. Of the children with rapid gastric emptying, 87% were females. Twenty patients with normal emptying were diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux (8), nonulcer dyspepsia (5), irritable bowel syndrome (2), Helicobacter pylori (1), lactose intolerance (1), eosinophilic gastroenteritis (1), duodenitis (1), and constipation (1). In patients who had SPGES for possible gastroparesis, 20% had gastroparesis, 36% had rapid gastric emptying, and 44% had normal gastric emptying. The high number of females in the rapid gastric emptying group might be secondary to normal adult female T1/2 values that were used. The practice of using adult normal T1/2 values in prepubertal girls may need to be revised. Patients with delayed gastric emptying responded to cisapride.
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- Atiye Nur Aktay
- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA
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Smith DS, Williams CS, Ferris CD. Diagnosis and treatment of chronic gastroparesis and chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction. Gastroenterol Clin North Am 2003; 32:619-58. [PMID: 12858609 DOI: 10.1016/s0889-8553(03)00028-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Chronic gastroparesis and CIP are debilitating disorders that are difficult to treat with currently available therapies. Failure of proper migration and differentiation of enteric neurons or ICC can result from specific genetic mutations and lead to phenotypes of CIP with or without concomitant gastroparesis. Intestinal dysfunction in diabetes may reflect a depletion of NO production (and perhaps other neurotransmitters or modulators), which is manifest as a syndrome of gastroparesis, diarrhea, or constipation in individual patients. As the key molecular changes underlying these disorders are defined, clinicians will begin to understand their precise etiology and rational medical therapy may become possible. In the future, testable hypotheses regarding the etiology of other functional bowel disorders (e.g., functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, and so forth) may be developed.
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- D Scott Smith
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232, USA
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The anatomic and functional elements contributing to fecal continence and defecation are explored. The high incidence and importance of chronic idiopathic constipation as an entity in itself and a contributing factor to fecal incontinence are emphasized, and its management is discussed. The importance of a proper clinical history and examination is highlighted, and investigative modalities including radiology, transit studies, and anorectal manometry are described and placed in the context of practical clinical management.
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- D M Griffiths
- Wessex Regional Centre for Paediatric Surgery, Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust, England
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Martin MJ, Steele SR, Noel JM, Weichmann D, Azarow KS. Total colonic manometry as a guide for surgical management of functional colonic obstruction: Preliminary results. J Pediatr Surg 2001; 36:1757-63. [PMID: 11733901 DOI: 10.1053/jpsu.2001.28815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Functional colonic obstruction (pseudo-obstruction) encompasses a broad group of motility disorders. Medical management of colonic pseudo-obstruction is complex and often fails, leading to surgical referral. In most cases (excepting Hirschsprung's disease) the surgeon is unable to precisely localize the area of functional obstruction. Total colonic manometry can directly measure intraluminal pressures and contractile function along the entire length of the colon. The authors propose that total colonic manometry can be used by the pediatric surgeon to guide the timing and extent of surgical therapy in refractory functional colonic obstruction. METHODS Four patients were evaluated for functional colonic obstruction. All underwent barium enema and rectal biopsy with a diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease in one patient. All patients underwent colonoscopy and total colonic manometry. Manometric tracings were obtained while fasting, after feeding, and after pharmacologic stimulation both preoperatively (n = 4) and postoperatively (n = 3). RESULTS Total colonic manometry identified an abrupt end of normal peristalsis in 2 of the non-Hirschsprung's patients (one in the proximal colon and one in the transverse colon). Medical therapy failed in both of these patients, and they underwent diverting ostomy proximal to the loss of normal peristalsis. The third non-Hirschsprung's patient essentially had normal manometry and was able to have her colon decompressed successfully on a laxative regimen. Repeat manometry after colonic decompression showed return of normal peristalsis in 2 of these patients and continued abnormal peristaltic activity in the third. Definitive surgical intervention based on the results of total colonic manometry was performed on the latter. All 3 patients achieved normal continence. A fourth patient had Hirschsprung's disease confirmed by rectal biopsy and underwent a 1-stage neonatal modified Duhamel procedure, which was complicated by postoperative functional obstruction. Manometry showed a lack of peristaltic function beginning in the right colon. An ileostomy was performed, and timing of ileostomy closure was guided by the return of normal colonic peristalsis seen on manometry. CONCLUSIONS These initial cases show the utility of total colonic manometry in the management of colonic pseudo-obstruction syndromes. In addition to its diagnostic utility, direct measurement of colonic motor activity can be valuable in deciding the need for and timing of diversion, the extent of resection, and the suitability of the patient for restoring bowel continuity. In Hirschsprung's disease, total colonic manometry can potentially be used to determine suitability for primary neonatal pull-through versus a staged approach. J Pediatr Surg 36:1757-1763.
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- M J Martin
- General Surgery Service, Department of the Army, Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA 98431-1100, USA
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Kocoshis S. Small Intestinal Failure in Children. CURRENT TREATMENT OPTIONS IN GASTROENTEROLOGY 2001; 4:423-432. [PMID: 11560789 DOI: 10.1007/s11938-001-0007-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The treatment of children with intestinal failure should be predicated upon three overriding goals: 1) to keep the patient well nourished by parenteral nutrition (TPN), 2) to minimize the fecal loss of fluid, electrolytes, and nutrients, and 3) to enhance the natural process of intestinal adaptation whenever possible. The first goal is relatively easy to accomplish in the short- or intermediate-term, but difficult to accomplish for more than a few years because of recurrent septicemia, loss of venous access, and cholestatic liver disease. The risks of sepsis and loss of venous access can be minimized through meticulous central line care and the use of appropriate antibiotics when indicated. Cycling TPN and limiting parenteral protein intake sometimes ameliorates cholestasis. The second goal is only partially achievable regardless of the cause of intestinal failure. Fluid and electrolyte secretion often can be reduced but not normalized with antisecretory drugs. Bacterial overgrowth can be treated with the judicious use of antibiotics. The third goal generally can be accomplished only in a subpopulation of patients with surgically created short bowel. In these children, a satisfactory increase in surface area can occur only if nutrients are delivered directly into the bowel lumen. The trophic effects of glutamine, growth hormone, and other hormones remain to be universally accepted. Surgical bowel lengthening or bowel tapering can sometimes enhance intestinal function among patients with short bowel syndrome. If medical or nontransplantation surgical management of intestinal failure is unsuccessful, and the patient develops irreversible TPN-associated complications, transplantation of the intestine should be strongly considered.
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- Samuel Kocoshis
- Division of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA.
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Constipation is common in children. It is estimated that between 5% and 10% of pediatric patients have constipation and/or encopresis. Constipation is the second most referred condition in pediatric gastroenterology practices, accounting for up to 25% of all visits. In this article, a practical approach is laid out for those not familiar with constipation in children. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation and management options that are available to the treating practitioner. The diagnosis of constipation requires careful history taking and interpretation. Diagnostic tests are not often needed and are reserved for those who are severely affected. The daily bowel habits of children are extremely susceptible to any changes in routine environment. Constipation and subsequent fecal retention behavior often begins soon after a child has experienced a painful evacuation. Childhood constipation can be very difficult to treat. It often requires prolonged support by physicians and parents, explanation, medical treatment, and, most important, the child's cooperation.
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- N N Youssef
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213, USA
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Hussein SM, Yoshizato T, Fukushima S, Koyanagi T, Akazawa K, Nakano H. Rhythmic changes in the stomach movement of the human fetus with congenital duodenal obstruction during the third trimester of pregnancy. Early Hum Dev 1999; 54:1-13. [PMID: 10195711 DOI: 10.1016/s0378-3782(98)00079-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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In order to reveal whether or not rhythmic changes exist in fetal stomach movement (FSM), in utero FSM was assessed in three fetuses between 27 and 33 weeks' gestation with congenital duodenal obstruction. A total of four observations, one each at 27, 29, 31 and 33 weeks' gestation, was obtained. The longitudinal transection of each fetal stomach was continuously observed for 60 min using real-time ultrasound. The configuration and the area of the stomach were analyzed for each 15-s epoch. The complexity of the stomach configuration was quantified and defined as stomach complexity. For each case, the chronological changes of the stomach complexity were analyzed using the least median square of regression. The correlation between changes of the stomach complexity and the area of the stomach was analyzed using the cross-correlation method. (1) For gestational ages of 27, 29, 31 and 33 weeks, the 240 sequential measurements of the stomach complexity were significantly stratified into outlying and non-outlying points. The outlying points were 13.3% (32/240), 30.8% (74/240), 32.9% (79/240) and 36.3% (87/240) of the total observation points, respectively. (2) The percentages in which outlying points lasted 3 min (12 points) or more were 0% (0/240), 5.0% (12/240), 28.3% (68/240) and 30.4% (73/240) of the total observation points, respectively. (3) For each gestational age, no significant time series correlation was found between the stomach complexity and the area of the stomach. These findings suggest that: (1) two different conditions emerge in the FSM, at the latest at 27 weeks' gestation, and begin manifesting from 29 weeks' gestation onwards. (2) These chronological changes cluster into 'active' and 'quiet' phases from 31 weeks' gestation onwards. (3) FSMs are not related to the changes in the stomach area throughout the observation periods. The underlying mechanism of this rhythmicity may represent the development of ultradian rhythm of the stomach movement, generated by the central nervous system.
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- S M Hussein
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Faculty of Medicine, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- D Levanon
- The Lynn Institute for Healthcare Research, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73112, USA
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Sigurdsson L, Flores A, Putnam PE, Hyman PE, Di Lorenzo C. Postviral gastroparesis: presentation, treatment, and outcome. J Pediatr 1997; 131:751-4. [PMID: 9403659 DOI: 10.1016/s0022-3476(97)70106-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
Abstract
We describe the clinical features and long-term outcome of 11 children who had persistent gastroparesis after an acute viral illness, eight of whom tested positive for rotavirus. Gastric emptying was delayed in the 10 children evaluated with scintigraphy. Antroduodenal manometry confirmed postprandial antral hypomotility in 10 subjects. All children recovered within 6 to 24 months.
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Affiliation(s)
- L Sigurdsson
- Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-2583, USA
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