Transanal irrigation in children with functional constipation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Rishi Bolia,
Akhil Goel,
Nikhil Thapar
Abstract:ObjectivesRefractory functional constipation is a challenging condition to manage in children. The use of transanal irrigation (TAI) is well reported in children with neurological disorders as well as anorectal malformations but less so in children with functional disorders of defecation. The objective of our study was to evaluate the effectiveness, safety and outcomes of TAI in children with functional constipation.MethodsPubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar were searched for publications related to the use of T… Show more
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