JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Cause of Pyloric Stenosis of Infancy (PS): The Harald Ernberg Connection.

  • Published In: Acta Paediatrica, 2025, v. 114, n. 6. P. 1119 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Rogers, Ian Munro 3 of 3

Abstract

The article in Acta Paediatrica explores the cause of pyloric stenosis of infancy (PS) through the observations of Harald Ernberg in 1932. Ernberg documented key features of PS babies, such as male preponderance, increased birth weight, and a tendency to spontaneous cure. The article also discusses the phenomenon of neonatal hypergastrinaemia and its potential role in PS pathogenesis, suggesting a link between hyperacidity, sphincter contractions, and gastric outlet stenosis. The findings propose a complex interplay of genetic factors, acid secretion, and sphincter contractions in the development of PS, highlighting the importance of understanding these mechanisms for potential interventions. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Acta Paediatrica. 2025/06, Vol. 114, Issue 6, p1119
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0803-5253
  • DOI:10.1111/apa.70033
  • Accession Number:185102183
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