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Hirschsprung Disease

Hirschsprung Disease is a condition that occurs when certain nerve cells in the small bowel (intestine) are missing or do not work properly. This results in an obstruction of the bowels that can cause severe complications such as malnutrition and dehydration. Without treatment, Hirschsprung Disease can cause long-te…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited 🔖 ISSN 2691-5014 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Hirschsprung Disease is a condition that occurs when certain nerve cells in the small bowel (intestine) are missing or do not work properly. This results in an obstruction of the bowels that can cause severe complications such as malnutrition and dehydration. Without treatment, Hirschsprung Disease can cause long-term health issues. Treatment typically involves surgery to remove the affected area of the intestine and to re-connect healthy parts. With the right care, this condition can be managed and prevented in many cases. Hirschsprung Disease is an important condition to be aware of as it can be life-threatening if left untreated.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Pediatric Health And Nutrition (ISSN 2691-5014).

Journal editorial board
Narcis Flavius Tepeneu · Romania Ann Scheimann · United States Stefan Bittmann · Germany

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