Pyloric stenosis
Topic: Pediatrics
Thickening of the pyloric muscle that blocks gastric emptying, usually in infants 2–6 weeks old. Progressive projectile, nonbilious vomiting after feeds, hunger right after vomiting and an olive-shaped abdominal mass are typical. Dehydration and hypochloremic metabolic alkalosis can follow. Treatment is surgical (pyloromyotomy); monitor fluids, electrolytes and weight.
- Also known as:
- Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
- In Turkish:
- Pilor stenozu
What does Pyloric stenosis mean?
Pyloric stenosis is part of the Pediatrics topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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