Etiology and pathogenesis of chronic constipation in childhood
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Etiology and pathogenesis of chronic constipation in childhood

J Behcet Uz Child Hosp 2013;3(1):12-17 DOI: 10.5222/buchd.2013.012
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Abstract

Constipation is a complex phenomenon involving several factors. Changes in hormonal factors lead to changes in the physiological mechanisms of constipation. Children with constipation occupy an important place among patients attending outpatient clinics. Ninety-five percent of childhood period constipation is functional, and no underlying organic cause is determined in the majority of cases. The origins of functional constipation are still unclear. Intestinal neuropathy or myopathy has been suggested as playing a role in some cases. Sufficient data regarding genetic factors are lacking. There are several factors in etiology and pathogenesis. This review has evaluated these factors.

Keywords: Constipation, etiology, pathogenesis, childhood