About 2 weeks after birth, a neonate began to vomit shortly after feeding. Each time, the vomitus was propelled approximately 2 feet. The physician told the mother that her infant has an obstructing benign growth that causes a narrow outlet from the stomach. Is there an embryologic basis for this defect?

About 2 weeks after birth, a neonate began to vomit shortly after feeding. Each time, the vomitus was propelled approximately 2 feet. The physician told the mother that her infant has an obstructing benign growth that causes a narrow outlet from the stomach. Is there an embryologic basis for this defect?

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter17: Development And Aging

Section: Chapter Questions

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