Status:
COMPLETED
Preliminary Results of Laparoscopic Assisted Transanal Proximal Rectosigmoidectomy Combined With Malone Antegrade Continence Enema for the Management of Intractable Functional Constipation in Children
Lead Sponsor:
Al-Azhar University
Conditions:
Functional Constipation in Children
Eligibility:
All Genders
4-18 years
Phase:
PHASE4
Brief Summary
Technique for surgical management of intractable functional constipation
Detailed Description
Background: Intractable functional constipation (IFC) in children poses a significant clinical challenge when standard medical interventions are unsuccessful. The laparoscopic-assisted transanal proxi...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Children aged four years or older with intractable functional constipation
- Documented BMP failure, defined as persistent fecal impaction, chronic dependence on laxatives, or intolerance to enemas despite prolonged conservative therapy.
Exclusion
- Patients with a history of abdominal surgery or
- Identifiable organic causes for constipation and soiling (e.g., Hirschsprung's disease, anorectal malformations, or metabolic disorders) .
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2022
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
January 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT07180680
Start Date
January 1 2022
End Date
January 1 2025
Last Update
September 29 2025
Active Locations (1)
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pediatric surgery departments- Al-Azhar University Hospitals
Cairo, Egypt