Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome

Abstract

Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) is a rare congenital and generally fatal cause of functional intestinal obstruction in the newborn. This syndrome is characterized by abdominal distension caused by a distended nonobstructed urinary bladder, microcolon and decreased or absent intestinal peristalsis [1]. Usually incomplete intestinal rotation and shortened small bowel are associated. © 2008 Springer-Verlag.