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[Anorectal manometry in children].

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  • 1Unité de gastro-entérologie et nutrition pédiatrique, hôpital E-Herriot, Lyon, France.

Pediatrie
|January 1, 1992
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Ano-rectal manometry investigates anal sphincter function. This review covers its anatomical basis and use in pediatric constipation and Hirschsprung disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Physiology

Context:

  • Ano-rectal manometry is a diagnostic tool for evaluating anorectal function.
  • Understanding anorectal sphincter anatomy and physiology is crucial for accurate interpretation of manometric data.
  • Pediatric patients with functional bowel disorders often require specialized investigations.

Purpose:

  • To provide an overview of the anatomical and physiological principles underlying ano-rectal manometry.
  • To describe the manometric technique and its clinical applications.
  • To highlight the utility of ano-rectal manometry in diagnosing and managing pediatric conditions such as Hirschsprung disease and chronic constipation.

Summary:

  • This review details the anatomical and physiological foundations of ano-rectal manometry.

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  • It elaborates on the manometric methodology.
  • The application of this technique in pediatric patients, particularly those with Hirschsprung disease or chronic constipation (with or without encopresis), is discussed.

    • Impact:

    • Enhances understanding of anorectal physiology for clinicians.
    • Improves diagnostic accuracy for pediatric functional bowel disorders.
    • Guides therapeutic strategies for conditions like Hirschsprung disease and chronic constipation.