Patient reported outcomes after subtotal colectomy in pediatric therapy-resistant constipation: A combined retrospective and cross-sectional study.

Median age at subtotal colectomy was 16 years [IQR 13-17].

Despite subtotal colectomy, 47% of patients still reported abdominal pain.

Postoperative complications were observed in 63% of the patients, with major complications (Clavien-Madadi grade III-IV) occurring in 48% of them.

Health-related quality of life after subtotal colectomy was preserved in all Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System domains across all age groups.