Aganglionic segment is encountered in which part of colon in case of Hirchsprung’s disease –
Correct Answer: Distal to dilated segment
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Distal to dilated segment "The major feature of Hirschsprung ds is an absence of ganglion cells in the neural plexus of the intestinal wall, together with hypertrophy of nerve trunks. The absence of ganglion cells gives rise to a contracted non-peristaltic segment with a dilated hypertrophied segment of normal colon above it ___ Bailey 24/e
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