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.

Question

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.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis is a condition where there is an overgrowth of muscle in the pylorus, which is the opening from the stomach to the small intestine. This overgrowth narrows the passageway and can cause vomiting and other digestive issues. Surgery is often needed to correct the problem.

Emily, a Newborn, Was Miserable and Vomiting Frequently