Generalized abdominal distension and delayed onset of vomiting which is sometimes bilious. Passage of meconium is limited and frequently delayed. In utero vascular accident. Small bowel atresia is equally distributed between the jejunum and the ileum.
Plain films demonstrate a low bowel obstruction with multiple dilated loops of bowel.
An enema demonstrates a microcolon and an inability to reflux into the terminal ileum. See References Chapter. All rights reserved.