• DOI:10.1891/0730-0832.25.5.303
Corpus ID: 12309439

Understanding Neonatal Bowel Obstruction: Building Knowledge to Advance Practice

@article{Silva2006UnderstandingNB,
  title={Understanding Neonatal Bowel Obstruction: Building Knowledge to Advance Practice},
  author={N. D. de Silva and Jennifera Young and P. Wales},
  journal={Neonatal Network},
  year={2006},
  volume={25},
  pages={303 - 318}
}

• N. D. de Silva, Jennifera Young, P. Wales
• Published 2006
• Medicine
• Neonatal Network

Providing care to neonates with bowel obstruction requires a basic understanding of gastrointestinal (GI) anatomy and functional landmarks as well as knowledge of the pathophysiology associated with intestinal blockage. Early recognition and prompt diagnosis necessitate astute assessment of common presenting symptoms and accurate interpretation of diagnostic investigations. Initial medical management is focused primarily on gastric decompression and maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance… Expand

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