Hirschsprung's disease secondary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Ganti M.B.B.S. [2]

Overview

Early diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease is required to prevent complications. Secondary preventive measures include administration of laxatives and antibiotics to prevent obstruction and infection, respectively.

Secondary prevention

Early diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease is required to prevent complications. Secondary preventive measures include administration of laxatives and antibiotics to prevent obstruction and infection, respectively.