Related Conditions and Treatments
Adenovirus Infections
Condition
Adenoviruses are a group of viruses that cause respiratory (breathing) illnesses.
Anorectal Malformation
Condition
Anorectal malformations are birth defects in which the anus and rectum don’t develop properly.
Appendicitis
Condition
Appendicitis is a painful swelling and infection of the appendix.
BRAVO pH Test
Treatment
The BRAVO pH test measures acidity in the esophagus and helps diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Biliary Atresia
Condition
Biliary atresia occurs when the common bile duct is blocked or damaged, so that it's impossible for bile to flow through it.
Celiac Disease
Condition
Celiac disease is a lifelong intolerance to gluten.
Crohn’s Disease
Condition
Crohn’s disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease in which parts of a child’s intestinal tract become inflamed.
Dilation
Treatment
Dilation is a procedure that stretches the tissues in and around the esophagus to help children swallow normally.
Dysphagia in Children
Condition
Dysphagia is a term that means “difficulty swallowing.” It is the inability of food or liquids to pass easily from your child’s mouth, into the throat, and through the esophagus to the stomach during the process of swallowing.
ERCP Test
Treatment
An endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography is a non-invasive procedure that allows doctors to treat problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, and pancreatic duct.
Endoscopy
Treatment
An endoscopy is a procedure that is used to evaluate a patient’s digestive tract.
Esophageal Impedance
Treatment
Esophageal impedance is a diagnostic test that measures the amount and type of gastroesophageal reflux in the esophagus.
Esophageal Manometry
Treatment
Esophageal manometry is a procedure in which a small flexible tube is placed into the nose and passed into the esophagus.
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Condition
Familial adenomatous polyposis is a rare genetic condition associated with the growth of dozens to hundreds of polyps in the GI tract.
Gallstones (Cholelithiasis)
Condition
Gallstones are solid deposits of digestive fluid in the gallbladder.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Condition
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in children is a chronic digestive disorder.
Group B Streptococcus (GBS)
Condition
Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a bacterium that can be found in the digestive tract, urinary tract, and genital area of adults.
Helicobacter Pylori
Condition
Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, is a spiral-shaped bacterium found in the stomach.
Intussusception
Condition
Intussusception occurs when a portion of your child's intestine folds inside another segment — this causes an obstruction that prevents the passage of food, which is being digested.
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Condition
Iron deficiency anemia is a common blood disorder that occurs when red blood cell counts are low due to a lack of iron.
Pancreatitis
Condition
Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed.
Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome
Condition
Peutz-Jeghers syndrome causes multiple polyps (abnormal growths) in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Polypectomy Procedure
Treatment
A polypectomy is when the polyp is removed. This may be performed in one of two ways.
Rotavirus Infections
Condition
Rotavirus is a contagious virus. Among children, it's the leading cause of severe diarrhea.
Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers
Condition
An ulcer is an open sore or lesion usually found on the skin or mucous membrane.
Ulcerative Colitis
Condition
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease in which the inner lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum become inflamed.
Upper GI Series
Treatment
An upper GI series uses special x-ray technology to show the structure of your child's esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.