Serum gastrin concentrations in infants with short gut syndrome

J Pediatr Surg. 1976 Jun;11(3):315-7. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3468(76)80184-4.

Abstract

Seven babies with 100 cm or less remaining small bowel have been evaluated for evidence of gastric hyperacidity and/or hypergastrinemia. Two babies were also studied after feeding. No patient demonstrated hyperacidity or hypergastrinemia. This infant data is discussed in regards to reported contradictory data in adult studies.

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Gastric Acidity Determination
  • Gastric Juice / metabolism*
  • Gastrins / blood*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Intestine, Small / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications / blood*

Substances

  • Gastrins