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The pylorus is a muscle in the baby's stomach that connects to the small intestine.
The pylorus is a muscle in the baby's stomach that connects to the small intestine.It helps food move between the stomach and the intestine.With pyloric stenosis, the pylorus gets thick and swollen.Food can get stuck in the stomach. That's why your baby may vomit after feeding.Pyloric stenosis repair—sometimes called pyloromyotomy—is a surgery that makes a small cut in thepylorus to widen the opening into the intestine.Your baby's surgery will be done either by laparoscopic surgery or open surgery.Laparoscopic surgery is done through several small cuts—called incisions—in the area.Open surgery is done through one slightly larger cut in the area.Before the surgery, your baby will get medicine so they won't feel anything during the procedure.The doctor will make a cut in the pylorus to create more space so that food can leave the stomach.The surgery may be stressful for you. But knowing what to expect and how to prepare can help.Recovery and healing take time.But if you have any questions or concerns, you can always call your doctor.© The Wellness NetworkThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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