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Which condition is more frequent in boys than girls with a ratio of 9:1?
What is the recommended treatment for inguinal hernia to avoid complications?
What is the collection of fluid around the testis known as?
Which condition may be absent, intra-abdominal, in the inguinal canal, in the perineum or in the root of the penis?
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Which condition presents with scrotal cystic non-tender swelling that increases in an upright position?
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Which condition is characterized by delayed passage of meconium after birth and chronic constipation?
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Which condition is liable for complications such as torsion, trauma, and malignancy?
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What is the most common cause of acute scrotal pain in children?
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Which condition is a common cause of intestinal obstruction during the first year of life?
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What is a condition where there is absence of the anus (high type) or abnormal shape (low type) diagnosed by invertogram?
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Which condition presents with loss of continuity of the esophagus, resulting in the esophagus being divided into upper and lower pouches?
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Which condition is suspected when the Ryle tube cannot be passed to the stomach with excessive salivation?
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Which condition may be managed by pneumatic reduction or surgical exploration?
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What is a condition where abdominal organs herniate through the chest due to a defect in the diaphragm?
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Which condition is characterized by absence of ganglion cells in the wall of the intestine, leading to delayed passage of meconium after birth and chronic constipation?
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What is a condition where there is twisting of the testicular vessels, resulting in acute scrotal pain in children and the need for surgical management?
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Study Notes
Common Conditions in Male Children
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has a prevalence ratio of 9:1, affecting boys more than girls.
- Inguinal hernia requires surgical repair to avoid complications like incarceration and strangulation.
Fluid and Swellings in Scrotum
- Fluid collection around the testis is known as a hydrocele.
- A spermatocele presents as a non-tender, scrotal cystic swelling that increases when standing or in an upright position.
Digestive Tract and Elimination Conditions
- Hirschsprung’s disease is characterized by the absence of ganglion cells in the intestinal wall, leading to delayed meconium passage and chronic constipation.
- Imperforate anus presents with either complete absence of the anus or abnormal shape and is diagnosed using an invertogram.
Obstructive and Structural Conditions
- Intussusception is a common cause of intestinal obstruction in infants, requiring timely intervention.
- Esophageal atresia results in discontinuity of the esophagus, forming separate upper and lower pouches, often diagnosed when a feeding tube cannot reach the stomach.
Acute Scrotal Pain and Complications
- Testicular torsion is the leading cause of acute scrotal pain, characterized by twisting of the testicular vessels, necessitating surgical intervention.
- Congenital diaphragmatic hernia involves abdominal organs herniating into the chest due to a diaphragm defect, with potential for serious clinical implications.
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Learn about the characteristics, prevalence, and management of inguinal hernias, especially in infants. Understand the surgical treatment and potential complications associated with this condition.
