Does Delayed Diagnosis of Hirschsprung Disease Impact Post-operative and Functional Outcomes? A Multi-Center Review From the Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium
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Sarah Ullrich, Kelly Austin, Jeffrey R. Avansino, Andrea Badillo, Casey M. Calkins, Rachel C. Crady, Megan M. Durham, Megan K. Fuller, Ankur Rana, Ron W. Reeder, Rebecca M. Rentea, Michael D. Rollins, Payam Saadai, K. Elizabeth Speck, Richard J. Wood, Kat
Topic overview
Hirschsprung Disease (HD) is a rare cause of functional bowel obstruction in children. Patients are typically diagnosed in the neonatal period and undergo pull-through (PT) soon after diagnosis. The optimal management and post-operative outcomes of children who present in a delayed fashion are unknown.
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