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    • To compare mean segmental transit times in the right colon, left colon, and rectosigmoid between adults and children.
    • To investigate age-specific regional variations in colonic transit.

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    • Radiopaque markers were administered to adults and children.
    • Abdominal plain films were used to track marker distribution.
    • Mean segmental transit times were calculated for different colonic regions.

    Main Results:

    • Overall large bowel transit time did not significantly differ between adults and children.
    • Children had significantly shorter transit times in the right colon (7.7 hours vs. 13.8 hours) and left colon (8.7 hours vs. 14.1 hours).
    • Children showed a relative stagnation in the rectosigmoid area, spending a higher percentage of total transit time there (41% vs. 28%).

    Conclusions:

    • Significant age-related regional differences exist in colonic transit time.
    • Children demonstrate faster transit in proximal and mid-colon but slower transit in the rectosigmoid compared to adults.
    • These physiological variations may influence the presentation and management of colonic diseases in different age groups.