The topic Apple Peel Small Bowel Syndrome you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Jejunal Atresia.

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• Jejunal Atresia is an extremely rare congenital disorder, characterized by the narrowing or absence of a portion of the small intestine. The condition occurs in newborns
• The disorder is caused, when a part of membrane attaching the jejunum (one of the 3 parts of the small intestine; the others being the duodenum and ileum) to the wall of the abdomen is missing. This causes portions of the jejunum to twist around the intestinal arteries, leading to the blockage, narrowing, or atresia of the intestine
• In many cases, Jejunal Atresia is seen to arise sporadically, and no risk factors are attributed to the condition. In some cases, it is inherited, and therefore, a positive family history of the condition is the biggest risk factor for a child being diagnosed with the condition
• Bilious vomiting and failure to pass meconium (the child’s first stool) in the first 24 hours of birth are the most common symptoms of Jejunal Atresia. The potential complications include small bowel obstruction, perforation, and malnutrition
• In some cases, Jejunal Atresia can be diagnosed before birth during pre-natal ultrasound. After birth, physical examination of the baby, symptom assessment, and abdominal X-ray studies are helpful in making the diagnosis
• Surgery is the mainstay of treatment for Jejunal Atresia, which is undertaken soon after birth. A surgery is performed to remove damaged portion of the intestine; the healthy portions of the small intestine are then reattached and allowed to heal. In many cases, the prognosis is good with the correct diagnosis and prompt treatment of Jejunal Atresia

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