👶
Digestive & GastrointestinalModerate
Pyloric Stenosis
Pediatric Surgery · Digestive & Gastrointestinal
Moderate
Severity
Uncommon — affects approximately 2-3 per 1,000 live births, more common in firstborn boys
Prevalence
No
Contagious
Pediatric Surgery
Specialist
Back to Pyloric Stenosis's full page
💊Treatment Options
- 1Before surgery
- 2correcting dehydration and electrolyte imbalances with intravenous fluids is essential
- 3as this significantly reduces surgical risk. The definitive treatment is a surgical procedure called pyloromyotomy
- 4in which the surgeon carefully cuts through the thickened pyloric muscle to widen the passage while leaving the inner lining intact
- 5and infants typically resume normal feeding within a day or two after surgery with excellent long-term outcomes.
More About Pyloric Stenosis
About the Pyloric StenosisWarning Signs of Pyloric StenosisCommon Symptoms of Pyloric StenosisCauses & Risk Factors of Pyloric StenosisHow Doctors Diagnose Pyloric StenosisPyloric Stenosis PreventionPyloric Stenosis ProgressionPyloric Stenosis Treatment CostFrequently Asked Questions About Pyloric StenosisAsk a Question About Pyloric StenosisConditions Related to Pyloric Stenosis
Why Lab Dekho?
- ✅500+ verified specialists
- 🏥200+ partner hospitals across India
- 💰Best price guarantee on all services
- 🔒Insurance & cashless assistance
- 📞24/7 medical helpline support
Book a Specialist Consultation
Talk to a Pediatric Surgery expert today
Quick Cost Estimate
Pediatric Surgery Specialists Available
Consult online · Avg wait 15 min
Sponsored
Talk to a Specialist
Get expert guidance for this condition
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer
This page is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional. In emergencies, call 112.