Long-Term Health Outcomes in Children With Hirschsprung's Disease or Anorectal Malformations
Part of Digestive system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study follows children who were born with Hirschsprung's disease (a condition affecting the nerves in the colon) or anorectal malformations (differences in how the rectum or anus formed) to understand how they do over time. Researchers will track health outcomes and quality of life to help improve care for future children with these conditions.
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Who can take part
- Your child is 17 years old or younger at the time of enrollment
- Your child has been diagnosed with Hirschsprung's disease or an anorectal malformation
- Your child receives care at the Montreal Children's Hospital Colorectal Centre of Excellence
- You (or your child, if old enough) can provide informed consent or agreement to participate
- Your child does not have any conditions that would prevent study participation
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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