Question

How long does it usually take for a newborn to be discharged after pyloric stenosis surgery? Is there still a possibility of recurrence even after surgery? Thank you.

Answer

Common treatment and preventive measures include the use of sedatives, antispasmodic medications, and correcting water and electrolyte imbalances. If non-surgical treatment is ineffective, surgical treatment should be considered. The common surgical method involves a right upper abdominal transverse incision, where the pyloric ring muscle is cut longitudinally without damaging the mucosa. Next, the separated muscle ring is cut, allowing the mucosa to protrude from the edge of the wound, expanding the entrance and relieving the blockage. Attention should be paid during surgery to ensure that the incision does not extend beyond the duodenum to avoid causing a duodenal fistula.