Approach to patient
When evaluating a pediatric abdominal mass, an organized approach is critical:
Phase 1: Perform a careful clinical history and abdominal examination in order to help assess...
Immediate hospitalization for patients who present with an abdominal mass and/or signs of dehydration, intestinal obstruction, bleeding, feeding intolerance, or clinical deco...
Chandler JC, Gauderer MW. The neonate with an abdominal mass. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2004;51(4):979–997. [View Abstract on OvidInsights]
Golden CB, Feusner JH. Malignant abdomi...
789.30 Abdominal or pelvic swelling, mass, or lump, unspecified site
789.1 Hepatomegaly
789.2 Splenomegaly
787.3 Flatulence, eructation, and gas pain
564.7 Megacolon, other than Hirschsprung's
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Q: What congenital anomaly can often serve as a lead point for volvulus or intussusception?
A: Gastrointestinal duplication cysts
Q: What type of therapy may result in quick resolution of a benign l...
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