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Intestinal stenosis
Narrowing of the center passage within the intestine. In some cases, complete closure of the intestine is present at birth because of intestinal atresia. Narrowing of the intestine obstructs the passage of food through the intestine and prevents normal feeding and intestinal function.
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Date Last Modified: 08/27/2003 07:17