Megacolon
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and keywords: Colon enlargement; colonic enlargement; colon dilatation; colonic dilatation; dilatation of colon; dilatation of large intestine; enlargement of colon; enlargement of large intestine
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-effectiveness of therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
Case Studies
Related Chapters
External links
- Toxic megacolon. National Institutes of Health.
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