Abstract
When the duodenum is congenitally obstructed it becomes distended to varying degrees. Our case of combined duodenal and multiple jejunal atresias indicates the value of duodenoplasty for symptomatic duodenomegaly diagnosed in late childhood. The technique used has restored duodenal motility and is recommended for selective use as part of the primary surgery for duodenal and proximal jejunal atresia.
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Dewan, P.A., Guiney, E.J. Duodenoplasty in the management of duodenal atresia. Pediatr Surg Int 5, 253–254 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00169664
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