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The pseudotransition zone in long segment Hirschsprung's disease

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Two cases of Hirschsprung's disease with pseudotransition zones are presented. The location and appearance of the transition zone, transverse contractions proximal to the radiographic transition zone, and a delayed film aid in distinguishing a false transition zone from a true transition zone.

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Johnson, J.F., Cronk, R.L. The pseudotransition zone in long segment Hirschsprung's disease. Pediatr Radiol 10, 87–89 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01001745

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