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KMID : 0816120080110000015
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Korean Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterolology and Nutrition
2008 Volume.11 No. 0 p.15 ~ p.22
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Practical Approach of Rectal Bleeding in Children
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Kim Jae-Young
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Abstract
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Rectal bleeding is a common and worrisome problem in pediatric practice. The condition is usually alarming to patient and children. Although most cases are benign and self-limited, sometimes serious pathology also present in this manner. And severe rectal bleeding necessitates prompt diagnostic notice and appropriate treatment. The etiologies of rectal bleeding are somewhat specific to certain age group in children. Accurate history and through physical examination are paramount importance to help differentiate of the diverse etiologies causing rectal bleeding in children. This review describes patterns of rectal bleeding, historical and physical aspect, differentiation of clinical characteristics of rectal bleeding according to etiology, and diagnostic investigations.
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KEYWORD
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Rectal bleeding, Etiologies, History, Physical examination
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