Article
A prospective observational study of associated anomalies in Hirschsprung's disease.
Orphanet journal of rare diseases - 23 Nov 2013
Pini Prato Alessio, Rossi Valentina, Mosconi Manuela, Holm Catarina, Lantieri Francesca, Griseri Paola, Ceccherini Isabella, Mavilio Domenico, Jasonni Vincenzo, Tuo Giulia, Derchi Maria, Marasini Maurizio, Magnano Gianmichele, Granata Claudio, Ghiggeri Gianmarco, Priolo Enrico, Sposetti Lorenza, Porcu Adelina, Buffa Piero, Mattioli Girolamo
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Associated anomalies have been reported in around 20% of Hirschsprung patients but many Authors suggested a measure of underestimation. We therefore implemented a prospective observational study on 106 consecutive HSCR patients aimed at defining the percentage of associated anomalies and implementing a personalized and up-to-date diagnostic algorithm. METHODS: After Institutional Ethical Committee...
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