A novel method for trans-pyloric feeding in a premature newborn following repair of congenital duodenal obstruction

Abstract

We present a case of a newborn premature infant with duodenal stenosis and a significant cardiac abnormality who required early operative intervention due to failure to thrive on parenteral nutrition. A novel method of post-operative feeding was employed utilizing a transanastomotic feeding tube placed through a Malecot gastrostomy tube. The advantages of the procedure are discussed.

Keywords

• Congenital duodenal obstruction
• Duodenal atresia
• Trans-anastomotic feeding tube