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[Constipation--a common problem in childhood].

Svetlana Bukarica1, Smiljana Marinković, Slobodan Grebeldinger

  • 1Klinika za decju hirurgiju, Institut za zdravstvenu zastitu dece i omladine, Novi Sad.

Medicinski Pregled
|November 22, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Pediatric constipation, characterized by infrequent, hard stools, often stems from functional issues rather than anatomical problems. Effective management involves diagnosis via physical exam and targeted therapies like bowel retraining for successful outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Child Health
  • Digestive Health

Context:

  • Constipation in children is defined by infrequent and difficult passage of hard stools.
  • Newborns typically have their first stool within 24-48 hours; stooling frequency decreases with age.
  • Fecal continence relies on functional anal sphincters, puborectal muscle, and sensory input.

Purpose:

  • To outline the definition, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of constipation in children.
  • To differentiate functional constipation from rarer anatomic or neurologic causes.
  • To emphasize the importance of bowel retraining and family reassurance.

Summary:

  • Diagnosis is primarily based on medical history and physical examination, including digital rectal examination.

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  • Anorectal manometry can help distinguish functional constipation from conditions like aganglionosis.
  • Treatment focuses on bowel retraining to establish regular bowel movements, with generally dramatic responses.

    • Impact:

    • Successful treatment alleviates family anxiety and requires persistent reassurance and reevaluation.
    • Understanding the etiology and diagnostic approaches is crucial for effective pediatric constipation management.
    • Early identification and intervention, particularly bowel retraining, lead to positive treatment outcomes.