Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2004; 8 (6): 295-298

Gastric emptying time in cyclic vomiting syndrome in children

A. Turchetti, S. Guglielmi, C. Fossati, M. Matrunola, G. Corrado

Department of Pediatrics, Gastroenterology Division, University “La Sapienza” – Rome (Italy)


Abstract. – Pathogenesis of cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is still uncertain. Aim of our study has been to verify the role of gastric emptying time in children affected by CVS. We studied 9 children with CVS who underwent measurement of gastric emptying time by real-time ultrasonography after administration of a mixed, solid-liquid meal. In all the children gastric emptying time resulted in normal range. Our data suggest that mobility abnormalities of the stomach don’t play a key role in the pathogenesis of CVS.

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A. Turchetti, S. Guglielmi, C. Fossati, M. Matrunola, G. Corrado
Gastric emptying time in cyclic vomiting syndrome in children

Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci
Year: 2004
Vol. 8 - N. 6
Pages: 295-298