Rectal Prolapse in Children: An Update to Causes, Clinical Presentation, and Management

Conclusions: Constipation remains the main cause of rectal prolapse. Cystic fibrosis is no longer a common etiology for rectal prolapse, because of the implementation of newborn screening. Patients with social stressors or atypical behavior may be at risk for recurrent rectal prolapse.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original Articles: Gastroenterology Source Type: research