Mannava Sindhu,  Chen Paula,  Marine Megan,  Cromeens Barrett,  Karmazyn Boaz

Final Pr. ID: Poster #: SCI-020

Neonatal bowel obstruction (NBO) is the first presentation of cystic fibrosis (CF) in approximately 15–20% of cases and is most commonly due to meconium ileus (MI) in this cohort. Contrast enema (CE) is a diagnostic tool which can help discern NBO etiology with variable accuracy. CE can also be a therapeutic tool in cases of simple MI. In this study, we describe our experience with CE in diagnosis and management of meconium ileus and other pathologies causing bowel obstruction in these patients. Read More

Authors:  Mannava Sindhu , Chen Paula , Marine Megan , Cromeens Barrett , Karmazyn Boaz

Keywords:  Abdominal Imaging, Contrast Enema, Obstruction