New surgery offers hope for kids with stubborn constipation
NCT ID NCT07180680
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a two-part surgery for children with severe constipation that didn't get better with standard treatments. The surgery removes part of the colon and creates a small opening in the belly for enemas. The goal was to reduce accidental stool leakage (soiling). The study included 20 children aged 4 and older.
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pediatric surgery departments- Al-Azhar University Hospitals
Cairo, Egypt
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