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11 Treatments  for Hirschsprung Disease

Overview

The abnormal section of colon must be surgically removed. Sometimes this can be done in one operation. However, it is frequently done in two parts with a colostomy being performed first, and another procedure being performed later in the first year of life. [read article]

Tests for Hirschsprung Disease

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Barium enema is a special x-ray of the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum.  More
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Anal Sphincter Manometry
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities.  More
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Fluoroscopy
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.  More
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Biopsy is a diagnostic procedure in which a piece of tissue and/or cells are removed to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist.  More
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Surgical Procedures for Hirschsprung Disease

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Colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings the end of the large intestine through the abdominal wall. Stools moving through the intestine drain into a bag attach...  More
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Abdominosacroperineal Pull-Through
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An ileostomy is an opening in your belly wall that is made during surgery. The word ileostomy comes from the words ileum and stoma. Your ileum is the lowest part of...  More
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