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Article: The efficacy and safety of polyethylene glycol 3350 in the treatment of constipation in children.(Evidence-Based Practice)
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- Pediatric Nursing
- Article date:
- May 1, 2004
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Constipation is a common gastrointestinal problem in children. The chief complaint of constipation accounts for 3% of pediatric office visits and up to 25% of visits to a pediatric gastroenterology practice (Abi-Hanna & Lake, 1998). Although some constipation has an organic cause, most constipation in childhood is functional. Encopresis (fecal soiling) can occur when there is seepage of liquid stool around a rectal impaction. Constipation and encopresis can be difficult to manage for the child, the parents, and the health care providers who are trying to help the child resolve the problem.
Treatment for constipation in children often includes fecal disimpaction, ...