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Title: Multiple jejunoileal atresia and colonic atresia managed by multiple primary anastomosis with a single gastroperineal transanastomotic tube without stomas. Author: Yardley I, Khalil B, Minford J, Morabito A. Journal: J Pediatr Surg; 2008 Nov; 43(11):e45-6. PubMed ID: 18970921. Abstract: Multiple jejunoileal atresia is a challenge to the pediatric surgeon. The aim of the study is to preserve bowel length and prevent the long-term complications of short bowel syndrome. The authors present a rare case of combined multiple jejunoileal atresia and colonic atresia managed by 9 primary anastomoses over a gastroperineal transanastomotic tube. This technique avoided the use of stomas and their attendant complications.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]