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Hirschsprung's disease, imperforate anus, and Down's syndrome: a case report
H Flageole1, A Fecteau, J M Laberge
1Department of Pediatric General Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital/McGill University, Quebec, Canada.
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|June 1, 1996
Summary
Infants with trisomy 21 and imperforate anus may develop Hirschsprung's disease. Early suspicion and surgical management, including endorectal pull-through, are crucial for successful outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Medical Genetics
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) is associated with increased gastrointestinal anomalies.
- The simultaneous occurrence of imperforate anus, Hirschsprung's disease, and trisomy 21 is exceptionally rare and previously unreported.
- Gastrointestinal issues in trisomy 21 patients necessitate careful monitoring and diagnosis.