Abstract |
Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome is a rare congenital disorder characterized by megacystis and hypoperistalsis of the gastrointestinal tract. About 80 cases have been reported, predominantly in females. We present a female newborn with typical features of the syndrome associated with megaesophagus.
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Authors | A Al Harbi, K Tawil, S J Crankson |
Journal | Pediatric surgery international
(Pediatr Surg Int)
Vol. 15
Issue 3-4
Pg. 272-4
( 1999)
ISSN: 0179-0358 [Print] Germany |
PMID | 10370043
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
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Topics |
- Abnormalities, Multiple
(pathology)
- Colon
(abnormalities)
- Esophageal Achalasia
(complications)
- Female
- Humans
- Infant, Newborn
- Peristalsis
(physiology)
- Syndrome
- Urinary Bladder
(abnormalities)
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