Pyloric Stenosis

Thickening or narrowing of muscle in the stomach

Overview

Pyloric stenosis is a condition in which the stomach muscle pylorus gets thickened or narrowed. This prevents the food from entering the small intestine and makes digestion difficult. It is not present at the time of birth but can develop when the baby gets 2 to 8 weeks old.

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of pyloric stenosis can appear within three to five weeks after birth. They may include:

Frequent Vomiting

Dehydration

Abdominal Pain

Weight Loss

Causes

The most common causes of pyloric stenosis include:

Diagnosis

Other than regular physical examination, a doctor may require to perform some tests to determine the best way of treatment. The tests may include:

X-Ray

Ultrasound

Blood Tests

When to See a Doctor

Make an appointment right away if any worrisome symptoms appear.

Treatment

Surgery is required to treat pyloric stenosis. The procedure (pyloromyotomy) is performed using the latest laparoscopic or keyhole technique by our expert surgeons. It is a minimally invasive surgery that is done by making a small incision near the baby’s navel to clear the channel for food to easily pass through the small intestine. The recovery is quicker than traditional surgery and it leaves almost no scar.

Surgeons at Curadors have successfully performed several such procedures over a period of 15 years. Our partnered facility, Maroof International Hospital has state-of-the-art operation theaters equipped with the world’s most advanced equipment to provide the best quality treatment to our patients.

Risks, Complications & Preventions

Children with pyloric stenosis are at a higher risk of being malnourished and dehydrated. If you have a family history of pyloric stenosis, make sure to discuss this with your doctor during prenatal checkups. Avoid administering antibiotics to infants and breastfeed your baby instead of bottle feed.