RADIONUCLIDE STUDIES OF THE UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL-TRACT IN CHILDREN WITH FEEDING DISORDERS

The case of a female infant with a feeding disorder and with inadequat e growth is described. In her workup, there was no evidence of an orga nic disorder. Barium studies of the upper GI tract showed normal anato my and function. A radionuclide milk scan was helpful in demonstrating mild reflux and significantly delayed gastric emptying. There was a g ood response to therapy.