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Is the Appendix a Good Organ to Diagnose Total Colonic Aganglionosis?

Total colonic aganglionosis, a rare form of Hirschsprung disease, can be reliably diagnosed using appendix biopsies if no nerve cells are found in the appendix.

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Research at the International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care

The International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care at Children’s Hospital Colorado is leading international research to help improve the outcomes of children with colorectal and urogenital conditions and advancing surgical practices to reduce the need for reoperations.

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Colorectal Procedures and Treatments

Our colorectal care center provides surgical options and management techniques for patients dealing with bowel and/or genitourinary problems. Learn more about the colorectal procedures and surgery options we offer, including PSARP, ACE procedure and more.

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Bowel Management Program

Our Bowel Management Program includes a intensive 6-day outpatient program for families learning to manage colon conditions, including diarrhea and constipation.

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Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty (PSARP) Surgery

At Children's Hospital Colorado, renowned Dr. Alberto Peña and his team use posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) to help patients with anorectal and cloacal malformations. Learn more.

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International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care

At the International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care, we are the world-renowned experts in the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal and urogenital problems through each stage of a child’s life.

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The Crucial Role of Colorectal Programs

Colorectal surgery has become a subspecialty in pediatric surgery, requiring close collaboration with other specialists. At Children’s Hospital Colorado, we offer this care through our International Center for Colorectal and Urogenital Care, and our surgical team has some of the most experience in the world.

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Management of Fecal Incontinence in Children

Fecal incontinence can significantly impact a child’s quality of life. Listen to pediatric surgeon Dr. Andrea Bischoff discuss medical management of this condition.

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Digestive Health Institute Education Videos

Learn more about how we are committed to improving the health, care and quality of life for children and adolescents with digestive health conditions.

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Analysis of Patient and Family Psychosocial Functioning in Colorectal Conditions

Read about our researchers’ analysis of the psychosocial functioning of caregivers and patients with colorectal conditions, which included a comparison of diagnosis, gender and developmental functioning.