Diagnosis of functional anorectal disorders in childhood
Engels, M.
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift 136(10): 243-246
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0043-5341 PMID: 3751070 Document Number: 280742
Constipation of all degrees is a frequent complaint in childhood. Differentiation between constipation with or without normal ganglia necessitates the following investigations: clinical examination, manometry, rectoscopy, rectal mucosal biopsy, rectal full thickness biopsy. The technique of these investigations as well as their risks are discussed.