Pediatric Gastroenterology Glossary

Gastroesophageal reflux disease; chronic acid reflux causing symptoms and complications in pediatric patients.

Rate of linear growth measured over a specific time period, crucial for assessing pediatric health.

Hirschsprung-associated enterocolitis, a life-threatening inflammatory complication requiring immediate intervention.

The most common primary liver tumor in children, typically occurring in infants and young children.

Surgical connection of the liver to the small intestine to restore bile drainage.

Congenital absence of nerve cells in parts of the intestine, causing severe constipation in infants and children.

A serious inflammatory complication of Hirschsprung disease involving the colon and small intestine.

Intravenous nutritional support providing complete nutrition through central venous access.

Inflammatory bowel disease; chronic inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract including Crohn's disease and ulcerat...

Liver dysfunction caused by prolonged intravenous nutrition in infants.

Natural process by which remaining small bowel compensates for lost intestinal length and function.

Progressive liver dysfunction occurring in patients with prolonged dependence on parenteral nutrition.

Telescoping of one portion of intestine into an adjacent section, causing obstruction and requiring urgent intervention.

Surgical procedure creating a pouch from the ileum and connecting it to the anus after colectomy.

A congenital obstruction of the jejunum resulting from intrauterine vascular accidents causing segmental intestinal loss...

Surgical creation of an opening between the jejunum and abdominal wall for feeding access in pediatric patients.

A surgical procedure creating a portoenterostomy to establish bile drainage in infants with biliary atresia.

Surgical correction of intestinal malrotation involving division of adhesive bands and repositioning of the bowel.

Congenital abnormal rotation of the intestines during fetal development, predisposing to volvulus and obstruction.

Most common congenital abnormality of the small intestine, representing a remnant of the omphalomesenteric duct.

Intestinal obstruction in newborns caused by abnormally thick meconium, often associated with cystic fibrosis.

Enlargement of lymph nodes within the mesentery, often mimicking appendicitis.

Surgical approach using small incisions and specialized instruments, including laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

Non-invasive imaging technique used to visualize the biliary and pancreatic ductal systems.