Variation In Practice Surrounding Antegrade Colonic Enema Channel Placement

Antegrade colonic enemas (ACE) can be an effective management option for defecation disorders and improve quality of life. Best practice regarding channel placement is unclear and variation may exist around preferred initial type of channel, age at placement, and underlying diagnoses. We aimed to describe practice patterns and patient characteristics around ACE channel placement.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - April 18, 2024 Category: Surgery Authors: Eustina G. Kwon, Jenny Kreiss, Lauren Nicassio, Kelly Austin, Jeffrey R. Avansino, Andrea Badillo, Casey M. Calkins, Rachel C. Crady, Belinda Dickie, Megan M. Durham, Jason Frischer, Megan K. Fuller, K. Elizabeth Speck, Ron W. Reeder, Rebecca Rentea, Mich Source Type: research