duodenal atresia

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Duodenal atresia

Closure or blockage of the duodenum, the upper section of the small intestine.

Mentioned in: Polyhydramnios and Oligohydramnios

duodenal atresia,

congenital absence or occlusion of a portion of the duodenum, characterized by vomiting a few hours after birth, cessation of bowel movements after 1 to 3 days, and usually distension of the epigastrium. It is often associated with Down syndrome.

duodenal atresia

Embryology A birth defect in which a segment of the duodenum is lumenless. See Atresia.

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