Is the appendix a good organ to diagnose total colonic aganglionosis?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00383-021-05023-9
Abstract: The use of the appendix for diagnosis of Total Colonic Aganglionosis (TCA) remains controversial. This study aimed to categorize the presence of ganglion cells in the appendix and determine its reliability as a histological specimen… read more here.
Keywords: colonic aganglionosis; tca; ganglion cells; total colonic ... See more keywords
Redo pull-through in total colonic aganglionosis due to residual aganglionosis: a single center’s experience
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DOI: 10.1093/gastro/goaa064
Abstract: Abstract Background Reoperation for total colonic aganglionosis (TCA) may be required for residual aganglionosis after an initial radical operation. We aimed to investigate the symptoms, management, and outcomes of patients who required a redo pull-through… read more here.
Keywords: total colonic; redo pull; colonic aganglionosis; aganglionosis ... See more keywords