A Case of Segmental Nectotizing Jejunitis

Segmental necrotizing jejunitis is characterized by severe abdominal pain of acute onset, bilious vomitings and foul smelling loose stools containing blood. Pathologic features include circumferential intestinal wall inflammation ranging from edema with minimal congestion to severe congestion, hemorrhage with necrosis, ulceration, and gangrene with perforation. Early diagnosis and suitable supportive measures prevent unnecessary laparatomy and complications. There was no report of this disease entity in children in Korea. We experienced a case of segmental necrotizing jejunitis with fever, abdominal pain and bloody stools, which was diagnosed by exploration and was treated successfully by antibiotics and supportive measures.ope