Hirschsprung Disease - Initial Management

Topic overview

Dr. Jason Frischer, head of the colorectal center at Cincinnati Children hospital, presents a few cases that generate discussion among panel members. Case 1 involves a newborn with increased abdominal distention and no meconium in the last 48 hours. A plan of action to approach this situation was debated for transanal dissection, laproscopic biopsy, mobilization of colon, open biopsy, or leveling colostomy. Additional topics covered include complications after Hirschsprung Disease-obstuctive symptoms versus soiling. For more cutting edge discussion, please join us this Summer for Our Stay Current in Pediatric Surgery Update Course: http://goo.gl/dxUlD9

Intended audience: Healthcare professionals and clinicians.