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What is the definition of Colonic Atresia?
Colonic atresia is a congenital abnormality of the colon in which it is completely obstructed or absent. Infants born with colonic atresia may also have other birth defects, such as defects of the abdominal wall (gastroschisis), Hirschsprung’s disease (bowel nerve dysfunction), or bowel malrotation (failure of intestines to rotate in place after birth).
What are the symptoms of Colonic Atresia?
Symptoms of colonic atresia include intestinal blockage combined with a greatly enlarged bowel, visible abdominal bloating, absence of passing any stool, vomiting bile, dehydration, perforated intestine, infection, and sepsis.
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What are the current treatments for Colonic Atresia?
Treatment for colonic atresia involves surgery to remove the blocked part of the colon and attaching the healthy ends of the colon together. Some infants may also need a temporary colostomy (hole in abdomen through which to pass stool).
Who are the top Colonic Atresia Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Colonic Atresia
Hematology | Oncology
Distinguished in Colonic Atresia
Hematology | Oncology
Referral may be required

Atlantic Medical Group Hematology Oncology

100 Madison Avenue, Carol G Simon Cancer Center 2nd Floor Null, 
Morristown, NJ 
Languages Spoken:
English, Hindi
Accepting New Patients

Dual board-certified in hematology and medical oncology, Dr. Gupta brings over a decade of clinical and research experience and expertise to Atlantic Medical Group. Dr. Gupta works closely with multidisciplinary groups in diagnosis and management of early stage and advanced breast cancers, and cancers of the head and neck area. She closely collaborates with physicians in surgical oncology and radiation oncology to deliver outstanding care to her patients and their family. She also treats benign hematology disorders such as anemia, and other blood abnormalities.Dr. Gupta completed her medical school at one of the best institutions in India and then went on to complete her internal medicine residency and hematology and oncology fellowship at Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health. After completing her education, she served as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Northwell Health System in Staten Island. She was also faculty member at State University of New York (SUNY Downstate) during her association with Staten Island Hospital. She subsequently joined the faculty at Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she continued her commitment to excellent patient care.Dr. Gupta is also an active volunteer for the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), and continues to participate in various endeavors towards improvement in cancer care at a global level. She is widely published, and has won awards for her research and publications. She continues to actively enroll patients in breast oncology and head and neck oncology and serves as the principal investigator for several clinical trials within Atlantic Health System.Dr. Gupta is also the Associate Program Director of the Hematology and Oncology Fellowship Program at Atlantic Health System, and continues to mentor and train residents and fellows.Fluent in English and Hindi, Dr. Gupta is part of Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Gupta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colonic Atresia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Atresia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Tongue Cancer. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

Distinguished in Colonic Atresia
Distinguished in Colonic Atresia
Referral may be required
Pl 30, 
Helsinki, FI 

Mika Gissler practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Gissler is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Colonic Atresia. They are also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gestational Diabetes, Gastroschisis, Colonic Atresia, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Colonic Atresia
General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
Advanced in Colonic Atresia
General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
Referral may be required

Prisma Health Breast Health Center – Patewood

200 Patewood Drive, Suite B180, 
Greenville, SC 
Languages Spoken:
English

Hayley Everett is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Everett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Colonic Atresia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Atresia, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Gastroschisis.

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