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Functional constipation in infants: a follow-up study.

M M van den Berg1, C H van Rossum, F de Lorijn

  • 1Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Emma Children's Hospital, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

The Journal of Pediatrics
|November 18, 2005
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Most infants with severe functional constipation recover within six months. Early intervention for constipation in early childhood improves outcomes and reduces the likelihood of relapse.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Severe functional constipation is a common condition in early childhood.
  • Understanding the clinical course and treatment outcomes is crucial for pediatric care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the clinical course of severe functional constipation in infants.
  • To identify factors associated with successful treatment and relapse.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 47 infants with severe constipation was evaluated.
  • Follow-up data were collected using standardized questionnaires.
  • Treatment success was defined by symptom resolution over a 4-week period.

Main Results:

  • 69% of children recovered within six months of evaluation.

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  • 15% experienced a relapse within three years.
  • Shorter symptom duration before referral correlated with better outcomes.

    • Conclusions:

    • Severe functional constipation in infants often resolves within six months.
    • Early therapeutic intervention appears beneficial for constipation resolution.
    • Prompt evaluation and treatment can improve long-term prognosis.