Hirschsprung’s Disease in Newborns
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(This section is meant for residents to check their understanding regarding a particular topic) QUESTIONS 1. What are the characteristic presenting features in neonates with Hirschsprung's disease (HD)? 2. What are the types of Hirschsprung's disease? 3. What is the initial treatment? 4. How is Hirschsprung's disease diagnosed? 5. What are the surgical options? 6. What are the long-term sequelae? 7. What are the associated anomalies?
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