When the going gets tough: pediatric constipation and encopresis.

Lisa Philichi

Journal: Gastroenterology nursing : the official journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates 2008;31(2):121-30

PMID: 18391800

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Abstract

Constipation and encopresis are two common conditions seen in the pediatric gastroenterology setting. Organic causes cannot be excluded although they are rarely diagnosed in infants and children with defecation disorders. To successfully treat these disorders, a combination of family education, disimpaction and maintenance medications, a well-balanced diet, and behavior management is essential.

Address: Gastroenterology Clinic, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Health Center, 311 South L St, MS: 311-W3-GI, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA. [email protected]

DOI: 10.1097/01.SGA.0000316531.31366.27

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MeSH Terms: Behavior Therapy, Cathartics, Causality, Child, Constipation, Dietary Fiber, Encopresis, Enema, Fecal Impaction, Gastroenterology, Humans, Male, Medical History Taking, Nursing Assessment, Patient Education as Topic, Pediatric Nursing, Physical Examination, Toilet Training