MARCH 28, 2018

PEG Offers Peds Long-Term Control of Constipation

Polyethylene glycol is significantly more effective than placebo in preventing relapse of functional constipation, researchers have found.

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Line Modin, MD, PhD

“In spite of the nonthreatening nature of the condition—in combination with the rather basic diagnostic requirements, simple treatment methods and increased focus from researchers—successful management of childhood functional constipation has remained elusive over the years,” said Line Modin, MD, PhD, a clinical