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Pyloric Stenosis

Recognition and management of hypertrophic pyloric stenosis.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
PaediatricsSurgery

Clinical Guidelines

Guidelines for the management of Pyloric Stenosis (Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)
National
Pyloric Stenosis Diagnosis and Management in Children Clinical Guideline V5.0 (Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust)
National
Trust Guideline for the Management of Projectile Vomiting in Infants (Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)
National
Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, RHC (1229)
Local
Pyloric Stenosis Diagnosis and Management in Children Clinical Guideline V5.0
Local
Trust Guideline for the Management of Projectile Vomiting in Infants (Pyloric Stenosis) CA4056 v4.1
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the key clinical signs and symptoms of hypertrophic pyloric stenosis that I should look for in infants?Updated: 8/17/2025
  • What initial investigations should I perform to confirm a diagnosis of pyloric stenosis in a suspected case?Updated: 8/17/2025
  • When should I refer an infant with suspected pyloric stenosis to a pediatric surgeon?Updated: 8/17/2025
  • What are the recommended management strategies for an infant diagnosed with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis?Updated: 8/17/2025
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