Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8813645 Perinatología y Reproducción Humana 2017 4 Pages PDF
Abstract
Congenital intrathoracic stomach is a very rare condition, and requires prompt recognition and adequate medical and surgical management. The main differential diagnosis for this condition includes a true congenital short oesophagus and hiatal hernia. The case is presented of a newborn with radiology images highly suggestive of an intrathoracic stomach. Emphasis is placed on the perinatal monitoring plays a role of upmost importance in the detection, follow-up, and prompt management of these types of patients.
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