05-12-2009, 03:27 PM
A neonate develops bile-stained vomiting and progressive abdominal distention, and does not pass
meconium over the first two days of life. The anus is patent, and the bowel loops are palpable.
Plain radiograph shows bubbly meconium in the right lower quadrant. No localized areas of
constriction or other abnormalities are noted. Which of the following is most likely
etiologically related to this infant's condition?
A. Cystic fibrosis
B. Hirschsprung's disease
C. Meckel's diverticulum
D. Omphalocele
E. Polycystic kidney disease
meconium over the first two days of life. The anus is patent, and the bowel loops are palpable.
Plain radiograph shows bubbly meconium in the right lower quadrant. No localized areas of
constriction or other abnormalities are noted. Which of the following is most likely
etiologically related to this infant's condition?
A. Cystic fibrosis
B. Hirschsprung's disease
C. Meckel's diverticulum
D. Omphalocele
E. Polycystic kidney disease