[Chylous ascites in infancy].
Chylous ascites is a rare disease in infancy. Onset with acute manifestations should be managed surgically. However, congenital in nature or chronic cases many be treated conservatively with either medium-chain triglyceride feedings or total parenteral nutrition. Five cases of infantile chylous ascites are reported and discussed here.
Chiu
N C
NC
Department of Pediatrics, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, R.O.C.
Huang
F Y
FY
Kao
H A
HA
Lee
H C
HC
Chang
P Y
PY
D002915:Chylous Ascites / Q000178:diet therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007225:Infant Food; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D010289:Parenteral Nutrition, Total; D014280:Triglycerides / Q000008:administration & dosage
D014280:Triglycerides