The American Journal of Surgery
Volume 191, Issue 4 , Pages 515-516, April 2006

Double pylorus

  • Brian K.P. Goh, M.B.B.S., M.R.C.S., M.Med. (Surgery)

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  • Hiang-Khoon Tan, M.B.B.S., Ph.D. (F.R.C.S.)

Department of Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Outram Road, Singapore 169608

Received 24 July 2005; received in revised form 27 October 2005

Abstract 

Double pylorus is a rare abnormality and it occurs most commonly secondary to chronic peptic ulcer disease. It is usually treated conservatively with anti-ulcer therapy. However, refractory cases may require surgery.

Keywords:  Double pylorus , Double-channel pylorus , Pyloric fistula , Peptic ulcer disease , Complication

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PII: S0002-9610(05)00868-8

doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2005.10.024

The American Journal of Surgery
Volume 191, Issue 4 , Pages 515-516, April 2006

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