investigations and treatment
Last reviewed 01/2018
Duodenal atresia should be investigated by:
- electrolyte and acid-base status measures, e.g. U&E's, blood gases, with subsequent correction of abnormalities
- plain abdominal X-ray: this may show a 'double bubble' sign of duodenal obstruction
- barium study may show stenosis
Treatment involves surgical correction via a duodenojejunostomy with resection of the atretic section.