Adult Onset Hirschsprungs Disease: A Case Report

Felicia Adelina Shannen, Andika, I Made Adi Surya Wijaya

Abstract: Background: Hirchsprung's disease is commonly diagnosed in children shortly after birth. It is an uncommon diagnosis in adults and often missdiagnosed. Case: A 29-year-old woman presented with chronic constipation and distended abdomen for over 2 months. After several examinations she was diagnosed with adult Hirchsprung's Disease. Surgery was performed and a dilated colon was obtained and resected. Biopsy of the dilated segment revealed aganglionic and hypoganglionic cells consistent with the diagnosis of Hirschsprung's Disease. Conclusion: Although uncommon, Hirschsprung's Disease should be considered in adults. Early diagnosis and prompt management can provide a good outcome.

Keywords: Adult Hirschsprung's disease, chronic constipation, colostomy, biopsy

How to Cite?: Felicia Adelina Shannen, Andika, I Made Adi Surya Wijaya, "Adult Onset Hirschsprungs Disease: A Case Report", Volume 10 Issue 2, February 2021, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 305-307, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR21203113747, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR21203113747