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Hirschsprung's disease

Term ID
DOID:10487
Synonyms
  • aganglionic megacolon
  • congenital megacolon
  • Hirschsprung disease
  • macrocolon
  • pelvirectal achalasia
  • total intestinal aganglionosis
Definition
A megacolon that is characterized by a blockage of the large intestine due to improper muscle movement in the bowel. (4)
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Human Disease   ( DOID:10487 )
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