Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

What is this pathology? _____

Hirschsprung's disease is an important differential diagnosis in _____

Hirschsprung's Disease is caused by a _____ due to a developmental failure of the parasympathetic Auerbach and Meissner Plexuses

Possible presentation of Hirschsprung's disease in the neonatal period is _____

Vast majority of children with consitpation have _____

_____ and gabapentin are also used in hiccup prescribing in palliative

What is the monoclonal antibody that targets C.difficile toxin B? _____

Hirschsprung's disease is associated with _____

Hint: congenital disorder

What are the Red Flags for Constipation in Children: _____ > 48 hours Ribbon Stools' Faltering Growth is an amber flag Previously unkown or undiagnosed weakness in legs, locomoter delay Distension Evidence of Child Maltreatment

Hint: Timing

Possible presentation of Hirschsprung's disease in older children is _____