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Review
. 2004 Jun;20(6):393-401.
doi: 10.1007/s00383-004-1162-2. Epub 2004 Apr 22.

Congenital pouch colon associated with anorectal agenesis

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Congenital pouch colon associated with anorectal agenesis

Rajiv Chadha. Pediatr Surg Int. 2004 Jun.

Abstract

This article presents a review of the history and development of the various types of congenital pouch colon. Also described are the criteria for diagnosis, the treatment modalities and the results of follow-up studies to emphasize the post-operative problems. The problem of pre-operative and post-operative fecal incontinence is dealt with in more detail.

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