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An ANMS-NASPGHAN consensus document on anorectal and colonic manometry in children. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2017 Jan;29(1)

Date

10/11/2016

Pubmed ID

27723185

DOI

10.1111/nmo.12944

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-84990876489 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   127 Citations

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Over the last few years, the study of the colon and anorectal function has experienced great technical advances that have facilitated the performance of the tests and have allowed a more detailed characterization of reflexes and motor patterns. As a result, we have achieved a much better understanding of the pathophysiology of children with defecation problems. Anorectal and colonic manometry are now commonly used in all major pediatric referral centers as diagnostic tools and to guide the management of children with intractable constipation and fecal incontinence, particularly when a surgical intervention is being considered.

PURPOSE: This review highlights some of the recent advances in pediatric colon and anorectal motility testing including indications and preparation for the studies, and how to perform and interpret the tests. This update has been endorsed by the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN).

Author List

Rodriguez L, Sood M, Di Lorenzo C, Saps M

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Anal Canal
Child
Colon
Consensus
Constipation
Fecal Incontinence
Gastroenterology
Humans
Manometry
Rectal Diseases
Rectum
Societies, Medical