J Korean Pediatr Soc.
1978 Sep;21(9):607-613.
A case of total aganglionic intestine
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- 1Department of pediatrics, National Medical Center, Korea. Department of Pathology, National Medical Center, Korea.
Abstract
- A case of total aganglionic intestine in a new born infant is presented with a review of literature. Persistent vomiting, abdominal distension, failure to pass meconeum since brith were manifested. All X-rays showed multiple fluid level suggesting intestinal obstruction. In spite of colostomy with meticulous medical care, the patient expired due to cachexia. Postmortem autopsy findings were complete abscence of Auerbach's plexuses in entire intestine including esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon.
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