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Case #3 - A 4 week old male with projectile vomiting

 
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  1. Be able to describe the typical history and physical findings in a child with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis.
  2. Be able to discuss the typical fluid and electrolyte abnormalities in a child with hypertrophic pyloric stenosis and be able to formulate treatment to correct these abnormalities.
  3. Be able to discuss proper timing of operation, the actual procedure performed, and the proper postoperative care.

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