Postinfectious gastroparesis (PIGP) is a subgroup of idiopathic gastroparesis rarely reported in adolescents. This study describes 3 adolescent females with severe PIGP, who each underwent extensive workup prior to referral to a pediatric gastroenterologist. PIGP may be an underrecognized disorder in pediatrics, particularly in adolescents, and if untreated, can lead to significant morbidity.
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