Management of Bilious Vomiting in the Newborn Period and Radiological Support for Neonatal Services - A BAPM Framework for Practice

Summary

This BAPM Framework for Practice addresses the management of newborns with bilious (bile-stained) vomiting, a common symptom that may indicate surgical pathology such as malrotation with volvulus. It notes that a surgical diagnosis is made in about a quarter of term babies presenting with bilious vomiting, and that many are transferred for urgent contrast studies. The framework sets minimum and optimal standards for radiological support to neonatal units and outlines a management pathway for affected babies. A parent information leaflet is included.

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