The stomach contains something called the pylorus, which connects the stomach to the duodenum. The duodenum is the first section of the small intestine. Together, the pylorus and duodenum play an ...

Pyloric stenosis is a rare condition that occurs when the passage between the stomach and the small intestine narrows. It typically occurs in infants and can cause an obstruction, leading to ...

The pylorus is a muscular valve located between the stomach and the small intestine. It’s the exit point of the stomach and the gateway to the duodenum of the small intestine. It helps the stomach ...

Pediatric pyloric stenosis is narrowing of the pylorus i.e. the lower part of the stomach. Pediatric pyloric stenosis is narrowing of the lower end of the stomach due to thickening of the muscles of ...

Signs of pyloric stenosis usually show up when a baby is 3 to 5 weeks old. Babies who have it don't look sick, but they throw up a lot. Sometimes they projectile vomit – this means it can go several ...

Pyloroplasty is a surgery that widens your pylorus. When your pylorus is thick or narrowed, it’s difficult for food to pass through. Your pylorus is a valve between your stomach and small intestine.

Based on the cause, pyloric stenosis can be classified as primary or secondary type. The exact cause of pyloric stenosis is not known. However both genetic and environmental factors may contribute to ...

DURHAM, N.C., March 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new study released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine could provide a major breakthrough in finding a cure for gastroparesis, a painful ...

Prepyloric ulcers are a type of peptic or gastric ulcer. These open sores develop in the upper digestive tract, just above the pylorus, which is the opening to the small intestine. The tissues of the ...