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Developing expertise in laparoscopic management of total colonic aganglionosis cases: Duhamel vs. Swenson procedures

Source: Frontiers - Health • Published: 02 Sept 2026, 00:00

Developing expertise in laparoscopic management of total colonic aganglionosis cases: Duhamel vs. Swenson procedures

Surgical trainees and clinicians will find a practical account of evolving minimally invasive approaches to complex pediatric intestinal surgery, highlighting procedural decision-making and technique development.

Key Takeaways
  • 18 children with histologically proven TCA were managed between March 2018 and March 2022
  • Thirteen patients presented with a pre-existing ileostomy; five were primary cases
  • Pre-operative evaluation included contrast enema and full-thickness rectal biopsy in every patient
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