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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2008; 21(4): 313-317
DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1089948
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Work-Up of the Constipated Patient

Elisa H. Birnbaum1
  • 1Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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Publication Date:
14 October 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Constipation is a common problem. Evaluation of patients should include a detailed history and clinical examination followed by radiologic and physiologic testing. The order of testing is dependent on patient symptoms and physician preference. The options are described along with their limitations.

KEYWORDS

Constipation - evaluation - transit studies

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Elisa H BirnbaumM.D. 

Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine

660 S. Euclid Ave., Campus Box 8109, St. Louis, MO 63110

Email: birnbaume@wustl.edu

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