Emily, a Newborn, Was Miserable and Vomiting Frequently

question 93

Multiple Choice

Emily, a newborn, was miserable and vomiting frequently. An X-ray revealed hypertrophic pyloric stenosis. The problem in Emily's digestive system, before surgery helped her, was 

• A)an overgrowth of the stomach wall that narrows the opening between the esophagus and stomach.
• B)overgrowth of muscle that blocked the passageway from the stomach to the small intestine.
• C)a genetic defect resulting in the absence of the pyloris.
• D)an abnormally large peptic ulcer near the opening of the esophagus into the stomach.

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