Anorectal manometry for chronic constipation in kids
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial uses a test called anorectal manometry to look at how the muscles in the bottom work in children with long-lasting constipation that hasn't improved with treatment. The goal is to understand what's causing the constipation and help guide better care.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 18 years old.
- Your child has had constipation for a long time that hasn't gotten better with usual treatments, with or without accidents (leaking stool).
- Your child is able to cooperate with the procedure (sit still and follow directions).
- Your child does not have anal fissures (tears) or other painful conditions in the anal area that could make the test uncomfortable.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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