Utility of Colon Manometry in Guiding Therapy and Predicting Need for Surgery in Children With Defecation Disorders
Rodriguez L, Heinz N, Nurko S. Utility of Colon Manometry in Guiding Therapy and Predicting Need for Surgery in Children With Defecation Disorders. Journal Of Pediatric Gastroenterology And Nutrition 2020, 70: 232-237. PMID: 31978023, DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000002504.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsColon manometryChange of therapyGastrocolonic responseHigh response rateDefecation disordersResponse rateMedical interventionsLogistic regression analysisPresence/numberPediatric constipationFecal incontinenceSuccessful medical interventionDefecation problemsRetrospective reviewPredicting NeedPostsurgical evaluationSurgical interventionStimulant laxativesStudy indicationSurgeryTherapyFirst interventionInterventionConstipationManometry