When imaging an infant with suspected malrotation, a(n)_____ examination should be performed and is considered the gold standard.

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Upper GI is considered the gold standard examination for diagnosing malrotation in infants. It involves the ingestion of contrast material followed by x-ray imaging to evaluate the position of the duodenum and identify any rotational abnormalities. Other imaging modalities, such as transabdominal ultrasound or contrast-enhanced CT, may be used as adjuncts or in cases where upper GI is not possible or inconclusive. Small bowel follow-through may also be performed but is less sensitive and specific compared to upper GI.

When Imaging an Infant with Suspected Malrotation, A(n)_____ Examination Should