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Factors associated with infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis.

Author: BroughtonD, GriffinM R, HoffmanA D, JeddM B, KaufmanB, MeltonL J, O'BrienP C

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.Research funding provided by the Public Health Service (PHS).

Overview

The study examined perinatal factors associated with the rise in infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis. Primogeniture was associated with the condition in male infants, suggesting that a factor related to primogeniture, such as breast-feeding, may play a role.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
We examined perinatal factors in relation to the rise in incidence of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis among children in Olmsted County, Minnesota, during the period from 1950 through 1984. Primogeniture was associated with male infants but not female infants; some factor related to primogeni...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1001/archpedi.1988.02150030108033

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Unraveling the Mystery of Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis

The world of infant health is like a vast desert, and infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (IHPS), a condition affecting the stomach, is a challenging enigma. This study explores the factors associated with IHPS, focusing on perinatal factors in a population of children in Olmsted County, Minnesota. The researchers examined data from 1950 through 1984, looking for potential connections between perinatal factors and the incidence of IHPS.

The study found that primogeniture, being the firstborn child, was significantly associated with IHPS in male infants. This finding suggests that factors related to primogeniture, such as breastfeeding, could play a role in the development of IHPS. However, the study did not find any association with maternal disease, use of doxylamine succinate-pyridoxide hydrochloride (Bendectin), or infectious processes.

The Puzzle of Primogeniture and IHPS

This research presents a puzzling connection between primogeniture and IHPS in male infants. Further research is needed to investigate the underlying mechanisms and to determine whether factors associated with being firstborn, such as breastfeeding, play a role in the development of this condition. This research provides a crucial piece of the puzzle in our understanding of IHPS.

Implications for IHPS Prevention

This research encourages further exploration into the potential role of factors associated with primogeniture in IHPS development. By understanding the causes of IHPS, we can develop more effective strategies for prevention and early intervention. This research is a reminder of the mysteries that still lie hidden in the desert of infant health.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research is like a sandstorm, stirring up the desert of IHPS research. The association with primogeniture is a perplexing finding that demands further exploration. Understanding the factors contributing to IHPS is a crucial step towards improving infant health.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1988-03-28
  2. Date Revised 2019-07-16
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

3344722

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1001/archpedi.1988.02150030108033

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