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ID: #18383
Question
In infants, defecation often follows a meal. The cause of colonic contractions in the situation is :
Options
1
The gastrocolic reflex
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2
The enterogastric reflex
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3
Histamine
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4
Increased circulating level of CCK
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Explanation
The gastrocolic reflex is a physiological reflex that stimulates contractions in the colon shortly after food enters the stomach. It is particularly strong in infants, often resulting in a bowel movement after feeding.