Review article: Functional constipation: Pathophysiology, evaluation and management.

Published in: Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics (2024)

Treatment approach to paediatric FC should be individualised and integrated focusing on parental education, lifestyle and behavioural modifications, and pharmacological therapy to maximise therapeutic success. This review highlights advances in pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of FC in children.

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