Juvenile Polyposis Of Infancy C5445164
A condition with multiple growths in the digestive tract during infancy. It requires monitoring and often surgical removal to prevent complications like bleeding.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- K76.9
- ICD-11
- DA00.0
- Body system
- gastrointestinal
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Rectal bleeding
Abdominal pain or nausea
(gastrointestinal)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Anemia
(gastrointestinal)Diarrhea
(gastrointestinal)Failure to thrive
(gastrointestinal)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Endoscopic removal of symptomatic or bleeding polyps using specialized equipment passed through the gastrointestinal tract. Often requires multiple procedures as polyps recur.
GI disease management
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Nutritional Support and Enteral Feeding
Specialized feeding strategies including fortified breast milk or elemental formulas to maintain growth and address malnutrition from chronic blood loss and malabsorption.
Additional treatment options
Iron Supplementation
Oral or intravenous iron replacement to address iron deficiency anemia resulting from chronic gastrointestinal blood loss. Dosage and route adjusted based on severity and infant tolerance.
medicationGastrointestinal Surveillance
Regular endoscopic examination of the GI tract to identify new polyps, assess for malignancy, and guide polypectomy timing. Frequency determined by disease severity.
monitoringBlood Transfusion Support
Red blood cell transfusion for symptomatic anemia or acute bleeding episodes. May be needed emergently during acute hemorrhage or electively for chronic anemia management.
procedureWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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