Slow transit constipation

Definition

Slow transit constipation (STC) typically involves the unusually slow passage of luminal contents through the large intestine. This can lead to chronic problems, such as constipation and uncontrollable soiling and could require colectomy.

Also indexed as

Nearby in Motility disorders of large intestine

• DB32.0Pseudo-obstruction of colon
• DB32.2Megacolon
• DB32.3Acquired hypoganglionosis of large intestine
• 4B4YOther specified diseases of the immune system
• 4B4ZDiseases of the immune system, unspecified