Korean J Gastroenterol.  2007 Sep;50(3):145-156.

Intestinal Neuronal Dysplasia

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  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Children's Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jkseo@snu.ac.kr

Abstract

Intestinal neuronal dysplasia (IND) type B is a disease of the submucosal plexus of intestine manifesting chronic intestinal obstruction or severe chronic constipation. IND is one of intestinal dysganglionoses and clinically closely associated with Hirschsprung's disease. Until recently, it is not fully clear whether IND is a congenital malformation or an acquired secondary condition related to some gastrointestinal problems. However, recently published data and consensus reports have enhanced our understanding of the pathogenesis and management of IND. The aim of this paper was to review the current state of knowledge regarding the controversial issues of IND including the etiology, classification, diagnostic criteria, and available therapeutic intervention.

Keyword

Intestinal neuronal dysplasia; Chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction; Hirschsprung's disease

MeSH Terms

Child
Colon/*innervation/radiography
Constipation/etiology
Enteric Nervous System/*abnormalities
Ganglia/pathology
Gastrointestinal Motility
Hirschsprung Disease/pathology
Humans
Immunohistochemistry
Intestinal Diseases/*diagnosis/pathology
Intestinal Mucosa/pathology
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